Tottenham Hotspur vs. Charlton Athletic: EFL Cup game time, live blog, and how to watch online

It's the second round of the League Cup, which shouldn't affect Tottenham Hotspur … oh, wait, that's right. Spurs finished 17th last season, so it's straight into midweek matches!

They host Charlton Athletic, currently third in the Championship after two matches and flying high after dispatching relegated West Ham United on the weekend. Spurs, on the other hand, had a terrible start to the season against Brentford, and Roberto De Zerbi will be hoping this match will be an opportunity for his side to bounce back.

He'll have reinforcements as well, with new signing Savio (farewell, Savinho ; I hardly knew thee) expected to be available for selection after being registered in time to be eligible for the fixture.

Can Spurs go on a cup run this season? Or will it be an all too familiar early exit?

Lineups will be posted closer to kick-off.

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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Charlton Athletic (EFL Cup) Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Time: 2:45 p.m. ET, 7:45 p.m. UK TV: Not televised in USA, Sky Sports+ (UK). Check international listings at livesoccertv.com Streaming: Paramount+

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