Scottish League Cup format

The Scottish League Cup begins with group stages, where teams are divided into groups and play each other. The top teams from each group advance to knockout rounds, starting with the quarter-finals, then semi-finals, and ultimately the final. In the knockout phase, matches are single-elimination; if tied after regular time, they may go to extra time or penalties to determine the winner. The competition typically runs from August to March, involving teams from various Scottish divisions, and aims to crown the league cup champion by the season's end.