Football returns to ITV1 on Monday evening with live coverage of the first round of the EFL Cup, also known as the Carabao Cup. The match between Middlesbrough and Wrexham kicks off at 7:30 p.m., hosted by Mark Pougatch. The competition, which has undergone numerous name changes over its history—from the Football League Cup to the Rumbelows Cup, and later the Carling, Capital One, and currently Carabao Cup—marks the start of the new season’s domestic knockout tournament involving English Football League clubs.

Later in the evening, at 8 p.m., the channel will air "Corsica: Jewel of the Mediterranean," a documentary narrated by Joanna Lumley that explores the island’s cultural and historical significance. Among the featured individuals is Hubert Boursie, a Paris-born art restorer who is involved in the delicate task of repairing a monument dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, who is widely regarded as Corsica’s most famous historical figure. Boursie shares insights into his restoration work, offering viewers an educational glimpse into the craftsmanship required for preserving important heritage sites. The program combines historical narrative with artistic preservation, providing both cultural interest and an opportunity for viewers to engage with aspects of the French language.