Ipswich Town vs Arsenal, EFL 2026-27 Free Live Streaming Online
Catch all the action as Ipswich Town host Arsenal in the EFL Cup 2026-27 Third Round on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 12:30 IST. Ipswich Town, who secured a 3-1 victory over Leicester City in the previous round, will be banking on their home advantage to challenge Gary O'Neil's in-form Gunners.
The Carabao Cup, officially known as the EFL Cup, enters its crucial third-round stage, and one of the standout fixtures sees Premier League leaders Arsenal make the trip to Portman Road to take on Ipswich Town. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, with a kick-off time of 12:30 IST. Arsenal will be aiming to go one better than last season, where they reached the final but were ultimately defeated by Manchester City. Ipswich, on the other hand, will be looking to cause a significant upset against a formidable Arsenal side. English Premier League Points Table 2026–27 Updated: Arsenal Stay Top as Manchester City Hold 2nd Spot.
Ipswich Town vs Arsenal - Match Details
This EFL Cup Third Round fixture promises to be an intriguing battle. Ipswich Town, who secured a 3-1 victory over Leicester City in the previous round, will be banking on their home advantage to challenge Gary O'Neil's in-form Gunners. Arsenal, having received a bye to this stage, will be keen to maintain their strong start to the 2026-27 season across all competitions.
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Time: 12:30AM IST
Venue: Portman Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom
Competition: EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) 2026-27, Third Round
Where to Watch Ipswich vs Arsenal Live
Fans across different regions can tune into the action via the following official broadcasters and streaming platforms:
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports+, ITV1 | Sky Go (with Sky Sports subscription), NOW (for Sky Sports passes), ITVX |
| United States | CBS Sports Network | Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network |
| India | - | FanCode |
| Australia | beIN Sports | beIN Sports Connect |
*Please note: For the UK, this specific match is listed as a free-to-air fixture on ITVX.
Recent Form and Head-to-Head
Arsenal enters this clash with an impeccable record in the nascent 2026-27 season, boasting four wins, no draws, and no losses in the Premier League, placing them at the top of the table. Their last six competitive matches have seen them secure six victories, conceding just one goal and keeping five clean sheets. Ipswich Town, managed by Gary O'Neil, has had a mixed start to their Premier League campaign with two wins and two losses. They recently achieved a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Crystal Palace. Julian Alvarez Confirms Atletico Madrid Stay Amid Arsenal and Barcelona Interest.
Historically, Arsenal has dominated the head-to-head encounters against Ipswich. In their eight meetings across all competitions, Arsenal have claimed six victories, with Ipswich winning one and one match ending in a draw. In their last five outings against each other, Arsenal has won four, with Ipswich securing one win. Their most recent EFL Cup encounter was in the 2010-11 semi-finals, where Ipswich won the first leg 1-0 at Portman Road before Arsenal overturned the deficit with a 3-0 win in the second leg.
This fixture represents a classic cup challenge: a confident Premier League giant against a newly promoted side eager to make a statement at home. While Arsenal is expected to rotate their squad, Ipswich's recent resilience and home support could make for a competitive evening as both teams vie for a spot in the next round of the Carabao Cup.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 15, 2026 10:40 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).