There's some high-profile midweek action in England, where a handful of the country's top clubs will face off for a spot in the EFL Cup semifinals. I'm Pardeep Cattry with a primer ahead of the big games.

We are now in the business end of the Carabao Cup as Premier League Tottenham Hotspur host Manchester United in North London with a place in the semi-finals up for grabs. Both sides will be hoping to make it all the way with a potential trip to Wembley just three games away and the first chance of silverware of the season on the line.

But here’s a revolutionary thought chaps, how about spending your phenomenal profits on buying world-class footballers and turning Spurs into a team capable of winning the Premi

Shortly before Manchester City embarked on their previously unthinkable run of one win in 11, they were the favorites heading into their EFL Cup round of 16 fixture at Tottenham Hotspur in October. This was not to discount Spurs – they were within touching distance of a top four spot in the Premier League thanks to a combination of talented players and an impactful manager.

Manchester United will take on Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup quarter-final on Thursday, with several key players' fitness still in question.

Let's be real - barring a footballing miracle, Manchester United and Tottenham will not be challenging to win the Premier League title this season.