Chelsea FC have been handed a home draw against Luton in the Carabao Cup second round. The Blues, who are five-time winners of the competition, will be looking to win the title for the first time since 2015. Xabi Alonso's side will face a tough test against League One opponents Luton, but the manager will be confident of his team's abilities. The Carabao Cup is a competition that Chelsea FC have not won since 2015, and the team will be looking to end that drought this season. The second round of the competition is scheduled to take place in the week commencing 24 August, with the final being held on 21 March 2027 at Wembley. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in Premier League, 52 pts, 14W-10D-14L from 38 games, recent form LWDLL. Goals this season: 58 scored, 52 conceded (+6 goal difference). Title race: 33 points behind leaders Arsenal.