Carling Cup news

Alan Pardew could play Fabricio Coloccini and Cheik Tiote in a strong Newcastle side to take on Man United in the Capital One Cup.

Brendan Rodgers believes the Capital One Cup clash with West Brom presents his fringe players with the chance to prove their worth.

Roberto Mancini has apologised for Manchester City's 4-2 extra-time home defeat to Aston Villa in the Capital One Cup on Tuesday.

West Ham boss Sam Allardyce says he will rotate his squad for this evening's Capital One Cup third round clash with Wigan Athletic.

Michael Laudrup believes the League Cup clash with Crawley gives his Swansea side the perfect opportunity to get back on track.

Leeds United manager Neil Warnock will draw inspiration from rivals Cardiff as his side prepare to face Everton in the Capital One Cup.

Sam Allardyce has told West Ham's fringe men to use the Capital One Cup clash with Crewe to force their way into his first-team plans.

Martin O'Neill has confirmed that Adam Johnson should make his Sunderland debut in the Capital One Cup clash with Morecambe.