1. Match kick-off time and venue location: The Carabao Cup fourth-round tie between Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion takes place this Wednesday, October 28, at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The match gets underway at 7.30pm GMT, with the reigning cup holders hosting their Premier League rivals under the floodlights.
2. UK television broadcast: Live television coverage in the UK is broadcast exclusively on Sky Sports+. The coverage begins at 7.15pm GMT, providing fifteen minutes of pre-match build-up and tactical analysis before kick-off.
3. Live streaming: Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live through the Sky Go app across mobile phones, tablets, laptops and compatible gaming consoles. Those without a subscription can watch online by acquiring a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership via the NOW app or web browser.
4. US television broadcast and streaming: In the United States, there is no linear television broadcast for this cup tie, as live coverage is streamed exclusively on the Paramount+ digital platform. American viewers can access the live stream directly through the Paramount+ app or website starting from 3.30pm EDT, which equates to 12.30pm PDT.
5. Head-to-head record: City hold the historical advantage with 21 victories to Brighton's eight across 36 competitive meetings, though the Seagulls have earned draws in their last two visits to the Etihad Stadium and wins in their last two games at home against City. Brighton have never beaten City away from home in 17 attempts across all competitions, though several stars including Erling Haaland will be rested for the fixture this time around.

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