Elsewhere, Liverpool had a 2-1 win against Southampton.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca says their EFL Cup third round tie at Lincoln was a great experience for his young side to learn from.
They had to come from behind to beat the League One side 2-1.
Alexander Isak scored his first Liverpool goal to help them to a 2-1 win against Southampton.
Burnley suffered an upset by losing 2-1 at home to Brian Barry Murphy's Cardiff, Brighton thrashed Barnsley 6-nil and Wolves beat Everton 2-nil.
Holders Newcastle begin their defence with a home tie against League One Bradford City.
Port Vale host Arsenal, Spurs face Doncaster Rovers and Manchester City go to Huddersfield Town.
Nottingham Forest return to European action for the first time in 30 years this evening.
They're away to Real Betis in the Europa League, with boss Ange Postecoglou still seeking his first win as head coach.
Scottish champions Celtic will be aiming to start with victory against Red Star Belgrade in Serbia.
The Leinster Rugby Team Has Been Announced For This Weekend's Game Against Munster
Five Kildare Players on Tailteann Cup Team of the Year
Josh Van Der Flier Left Out Of The Lions Team For Test Matches Against Australia
Thursday Morning Sports Update
Captain Caelan Doris Returns From Shoulder Injury For Autumn Nations Series
Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca Given A One Match Touchline Ban And An Eight Thousand Pound Fine
Jamie Finn And Jess Ziu Have Been Recalled To The Republic Of Ireland Squad
Seven Kildare Hurlers on Joe McDonagh Team of the Year
