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Manchester City host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, in the EFL Cup fourth round, kicking off at 7.30pm GMT. Sky Sports+ is showing the tie live in the UK, and there are several ways to watch through your TV or an eligible streaming account.
How to Watch Manchester City vs Brighton Live Stream in the UK
Sky Sports+ will show Manchester City against Brighton live on Wednesday evening. The EFL Cup fourth-round tie kicks off at 7.30pm GMT, with the match available through Sky’s television and online services for customers with the relevant Sports package.
Sky Sports subscribers can use Sky Go or the Sky Sports app where their membership and equipment support the match. NOW also provides an online viewing option through an eligible Sports Membership, without needing a traditional Sky TV installation.
Some online bookmakers may add live streaming for eligible active customers closer to kick-off, so check your provider before the match begins. This option is strictly 18+. Geo-location restrictions and live-streaming terms apply.
Sky has several cup ties scheduled for Wednesday. City start 15 minutes before Sunderland-Brentford, Fulham-Crystal Palace and Bournemouth-Aston Villa, so look for the 7.30pm Etihad fixture in the Sky Sports+ match menu.
TV Info: What Channel Is Manchester City vs Brighton On?
Sky Sports+ is the confirmed UK channel. Sky subscribers can find it on channel 412, while the corresponding channel numbers are 427 for EE TV customers and 504 on Virgin Media.
The match has its own Sky Sports+ stream rather than a dedicated programme on Sky Sports Football or Sky Sports Main Event. Those channels have other fixtures scheduled later in the evening.
A suitable Sky Sports subscription is required. If you’re watching through another TV company, check that your package includes the Sports+ service before kick-off.
Manchester City vs Brighton Streaming Apps and Device Guide
Use Sky Go on a compatible phone, tablet or computer, or choose the match through the Sky Sports service supported by your subscription. NOW Sports Membership is another option for supporters who prefer watching online.
On a compatible Sky box, open the Sky Sports+ section and select Manchester City against Brighton. The fixture should appear alongside the other fourth-round matches taking place on Wednesday.
NOW viewers should sign in with the account holding their Sports Membership and open the relevant live match. Check the sports-event menu rather than assuming the game will appear on the main Sky Sports channels.
Can You Cast Manchester City vs Brighton to a TV?
If your Sky Go or NOW setup supports AirPlay or Chromecast, open the match on your phone and select the television from the casting controls. Both devices should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Some apps restrict casting on certain devices, so a compatible TV app or Sky box may be the simpler option. Check your chosen service before the game rather than discovering a compatibility problem at kick-off.
Watching Manchester City vs Brighton While Travelling
If you’re outside the UK, check which broadcaster shows the EFL Cup where you are. Sky’s UK viewing arrangements do not automatically apply abroad, and your usual app may offer different programmes overseas.
The Etihad match begins at 7.30pm GMT. Remember that British Summer Time ended on Sunday, 25 October, so the advertised kick-off is in Greenwich Mean Time.
Live Audio, Highlights and Match Replay
Manchester City supporters can listen to live commentary through CITY+. Alistair Mann and Clive Allen will cover the match, offering an alternative for those unable to watch the Sky Sports+ pictures.
The club also provides live text updates and match statistics through its website and app. These are separate from the live television stream.
Highlights: Sky Sports and its football video channels will carry highlights after the match. The clubs’ video channels are also worth checking once the tie finishes.
Full-match replay: A specific replay release time for Wednesday’s fixture has not been established. Check Sky’s catch-up options and CITY+ after full-time rather than assuming the complete match will appear immediately.
Manager Head-to-Head Stats
Enzo Maresca has won 124 of his 200 career matches as a manager, a 62% win rate. Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler has managed 260 matches, recording 120 victories.
Maresca took charge of City’s senior team in July 2026, winning ten of his first 13 matches. Hürzeler has managed Brighton since July 2024. Both managers list 4-2-3-1 as their preferred formation.
Key Player Stats
Brighton’s Maxim De Cuyper, Pascal Groß and Charalampos Kostoulas each scored in their opening EFL Cup appearance. Their expected-goals figures show the quality of chances they received, rather than how many they converted.
De Cuyper’s 0.61 xG is the highest among Brighton’s featured players. Ndiaye’s 0.35 is the individual figure recorded for City, whose five goals in the previous round were shared among other scorers.
Team Key Stats
Manchester City scored five without conceding in their opening EFL Cup match. Brighton scored three and conceded twice in theirs, with both teams playing one fixture so far.
City reached this round with a 5-0 victory over Norwich, while Brighton beat Manchester United 3-2. Both subsequently lost their most recent Premier League fixtures: City at Aston Villa and Brighton at Liverpool.
Quick Facts
Manchester City vs Brighton Kick-Off and TV Details
| Fixture | Manchester City vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
|---|---|
| Competition | EFL Cup, Fourth Round |
| Date | Wednesday, 28 October 2026 |
| UK kick-off | 7.30pm GMT |
| Venue | Etihad Stadium, Manchester |
| UK TV channel | Sky Sports+ |
| Sky channel number | 412 |
| EE TV channel number | 427 |
| Virgin Media channel number | 504 |
| UK live stream | Sky Go, Sky Sports app, NOW Sports |
| Live audio | CITY+ commentary |
| UK time zone | GMT |
Streaming Troubleshooting
If the Sky Sports+ stream buffers, refresh the player, restart the app and check your connection. Sign in early, particularly if you’re using NOW for the first time or haven’t opened Sky Go recently.
Can’t find City against Brighton? Open the dedicated Sky Sports+ match menu rather than the main Sky Sports Football channel. Online pictures can run slightly behind the action, so live-score alerts may arrive before a goal appears on screen.
Manchester City vs Brighton Live Stream FAQ
What channel is Manchester City vs Brighton on in the UK?
Sky Sports+ is showing the EFL Cup fourth-round tie live on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.
What time does Manchester City vs Brighton kick off?
Kick-off is at 7.30pm GMT at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Can I watch Manchester City vs Brighton on NOW?
NOW Sports Membership includes a streaming route for Sky Sports+ matches. Check that your chosen membership and device support the fixture.
Where can I find Manchester City vs Brighton on Sky TV?
Open Sky Sports+ on channel 412 or choose the match through the Sports+ menu on your compatible Sky box.
Can I listen to Manchester City vs Brighton live?
CITY+ will carry live audio commentary with Alistair Mann and Clive Allen for supporters following the cup tie without television pictures.
