Chelsea enter the EFL Cup at the second-round stage this season after failing to qualify for Europe in 2025/26. Xabi Alonsos side host Luton on Wednesday, just 72 hours after their Premier League opener at Fulham.There will be a recognisable face in the Luton dugout with former Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere in charge of the Hatters.Luton have started their League One campaign with four points from two games and appear a good bet to challenge for promotion. Topics Carabao Cup Chelsea F.C. EFL Cup Luton Town F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Chelsea v Luton: Palmer and Rogers start as teams confirmed for EFL Cup tie Tom Rostance 27th August, 2026 Delap backs Glasner to help him make the next step after completing �50m Forest move Nicholas McGee 27th August, 2026 De Zerbi reveals Savio goals target after perfect Tottenham debut Nicholas McGee 27th August, 2026 Villa agree Jackson deal as Watkins closes in on Al Hilal move Nicholas McGee 26th August, 2026 EFL Cup round-up: Newcastle beat West Brom in thriller, Barry hat-trick sends Everton through Nicholas McGee 26th August, 2026 Full EFL Cup third round draw including Premier League teams Nicholas McGee 26th August, 2026
