The English Football League (EFL) has confirmed that two-legged semi-finals will stay in the Carabao Cup for the 2024-25 season. However, the EFL is open to changing the format if they can secure a deal with the Premier League. The EFL has expressed frustration that the Premier League has not agreed to provide more funds to the lower leagues. EFL chairman Rick Parry told a committee hearing last week that two-legged semis would only be scrapped if a deal is agreed upon. The EFL acknowledges that there is a challenge in fitting the tournament into the calendar, especially with UEFA's expansion of its club competitions to 36 teams. There could be clashes between the EFL Cup semi-final second leg and Champions League and Europa League matches. The EFL Cup has featured two-legged semi-finals since its creation in 1961, with the final held at Wembley Stadium.

In the current season, Liverpool has the opportunity to reach the final of the Carabao Cup, with a second-leg match against Fulham. Liverpool holds a 2-1 advantage going into the match, and if they progress, it will be a rematch of the 2022 final against Chelsea. The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports in the UK and on ESPN+ in the US. Viewers can also follow the game through various streaming services.