Exciting news for Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur fans in the UK, as the first and second legs of their Carabao Cup semi-final encounters will be available to watch for free in the coming month. The Gunners secured their spot in the last four of the League Cup back in December, thanks to a stunning hat-trick from Gabriel Jesus that turned the tide in their favour against Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta's men are now set to face Newcastle United in a two-legged clash that will determine who will advance to March's final. On the other hand, Tottenham reached the semi-finals in dramatic fashion, overcoming Manchester United in a thrilling 4-3 encounter. This sets the stage for a captivating duel against Liverpool, who are currently leading the league under manager Arne Slot. The action kicks off on Tuesday, January 7, when Arsenal hosts Newcastle in the first leg, followed by the return fixture at St. James' Park on Wednesday, February 5. Tottenham will take to the pitch to face Liverpool at home on Wednesday, January 8, with the second leg taking place at Anfield on Thursday, February 6. In a recent announcement, the English Football League (EFL) confirmed that both the first leg between Arsenal and Newcastle, and the second leg between Liverpool and Tottenham will be broadcast for free on ITV1, in addition to coverage on Sky Sports. In their statement, the EFL explained, "All ties will still be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The first legs of Arsenal vs Newcastle and Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur will also air on ITV1 and ITVX, showcasing our commitment to providing UK football enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy select Carabao Cup and EFL fixtures free of charge." This partnership was first unveiled in May last year, promising that the final of the 2024/2025 Carabao Cup will also be available on ITV1 for fans to tune in without a subscription.