The 2022-23 Carabao Cup semifinals will decide which two teams will meet at Wembley Stadium to decide who will succeed Liverpool as champions.
Liverpool, holders and most successful team in the history of the competition were knocked out in the round of 16 this season, losing a thrilling game 3-2 at Manchester City.
Ties will take place over two legs as the final four battle to become the first winners of a major domestic trophy in England this season.
Here’s what you need to know about the draw, games and schedule as the climax of the competition approaches.
When is the Carabao Cup semifinal draw?
The Carabao Cup semifinal draw will took place on Wednesday January 11, following the two quarterfinal ties taking place that evening.
Southampton stunned Manchester City with a 2-0 victory at St Mary’s and Nottingham Forest prevailed on penalties against Wolves.
Carabao Cup semifinal draw
Here is how Southampton and Forest were rewarded for their efforts
| Date | Semifinal | Kickoff |
| Jan 24/25 & Jan 31/Feb 1 | Southampton vs. Newcastle | TBC |
| Jan 24/25 & Jan 31/Feb 1 | Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United | TBC |
2023 EFL Cup schedule: When are the semifinals and final?
The first legs of the semifinals will take place on the week commencing January 23, 2023, with the return games taking place during the following week.
The 2022/23 Carabao Cup final will be played on Sunday, February 26 at Wembley Stadium.
Carabao Cup fixtures: EFL Cup semifinal dates, kickoff times
The exact dates and times of the semifinals will be agreed after the draw and will be subject to factors including negotiations between clubs and live TV scheduling.
The kickoff time for the final is yet to be confirmed but last year’s showpiece, when Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties, started at 16:30 GMT.