The Carling Cup, formerly known as the Football League Cup, is played on a knockout basis. Unlike the FA Cup, only the 92 teams of the Barclays Premier League and the Football League can enter. The winners get automatic qualification for the following season's UEFA Cup unless they have already qualified for the UEFA Champions League by finishing high enough in the Barclays Premier League.
Setanta broadcasts at least 25 LIVE Carling Cup matches for the season.