Carabao Cup drama and transfer deadline day – Football Weekly Extra

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On the podcast today: the Carabao Cup Box is opened for the first time this season as Sheffield United are beaten by Lincoln City on penalties and Everton squeeze past Doncaster.

Elsewhere, Arsenal host Manchester United in the pick of games this weekend, Newcastle have a tough test at Brighton and Chelsea look to bring in yet another player before their game with Bournemouth.

Plus Rangers woe in the Champions League qualifiers and your questions answered.

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Sheffield United v Lincoln City - Carabao Cup Second Round<br>SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - AUGUST 30: Lincoln City players celebrate following the penalty shootout after the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Sheffield United and Lincoln City at Bramall Lane on August 30, 2023 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)
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