Tensions are bubbling on the cobbles, and in true Coronation Street fashion, they’re about to burst wide open. Viewers should buckle up because next week’s episodes will see Carla Connor and Becky Swain clash in a fiery confrontation that leaves everyone rattled, Bethany Platt’s dramatic return causing shockwaves, and Theo Silverton’s mysterious disappearance raising terrifying questions. Add in messy secrets, simmering romances, and betrayals brewing just beneath the surface, and it’s clear Weatherfield is heading straight for chaos.

Carla vs. Becky: A Lunch Gone Wrong

It all begins innocently enough when Betsy Swain suggests that her sister Becky should join them for lunch. Carla, never one to back away from polite appearances, musters up a forced smile, but it’s clear from the flicker in her eyes that she’s far from thrilled about the idea. For a moment, things seem civil—until Becky leans over and cheekily nicks a bite from Lisa’s plate. That small act is enough to shatter Carla’s composure.

Becky insists that all she wants is to experience some “normal” moments again after everything she’s been through. But Carla, never one to mince her words, snaps back with cutting precision, accusing Becky of chasing anything but normality. In Carla’s eyes, Becky’s return is calculated, manipulative, and riddled with ulterior motives. Branding both Becky and Lisa as “delusional,” Carla storms out in fury, leaving the table shaken and the feud officially ignited.

But Carla doesn’t stop there. Later, she heads straight to the police station and confides in Kit Green. Her instincts tell her Becky’s story doesn’t add up, and she suspects there’s far more going on behind the scenes. The question now is—does Kit share Carla’s suspicions, or will Becky manage to worm her way back into everyone’s good graces? One thing is certain: this feud has only just begun, and it could spiral in explosive directions.

Theo Missing – Todd Fears the Worst

Elsewhere, trouble is brewing in the Silverton household. Todd Grimshaw is visibly on edge when he admits to Shona Platt and Gary Windass that he and Theo had a blazing argument the night before. Harsh words were exchanged, tempers flared, and Theo stormed off in anger. Now, Todd hasn’t seen or heard from him since.

Things quickly take a darker turn when young Jake wanders into the cabin and hands Brian Packham a phone he stumbled across. To Todd’s horror, the phone belongs to Theo. The discovery rattles everyone—if Theo abandoned his phone, what state of mind was he in, and where could he have gone? The silence surrounding his disappearance grows more sinister with each passing hour, leaving Todd battling guilt, fear, and the haunting possibility that their argument may have been the last straw for Theo.

Bethany’s Dramatic Return – Trouble in Store

While one Weatherfield resident vanishes, another makes a shocking return. At the police station, Kit is led into an interview room only to be met by Bethany Platt. Clearly flustered, Bethany reveals the truth: she walked away from her London job, “borrowed” her boss’s car without permission, and drove it straight back to Manchester. Her actions have now landed her in hot water, with accusations of theft looming over her head.

Can Kit help navigate the mess and prevent Bethany from being charged?

Later, Bethany comes clean to her mother, Sarah Platt. She confesses that she quit her job before she could be formally pushed out and that her return to Weatherfield isn’t temporary—she’s back for good. But the question remains: how will Daniel Osborne react when he discovers Bethany has returned without warning? Their complicated history is bound to reignite, and Daniel will be left torn between shock, curiosity, and a flood of unresolved feelings.

Asha’s Silent Struggles

Meanwhile, Asha Alahan is quietly battling her own inner demons. Outwardly, she reassures her father Dev that withdrawing her police complaint was the right choice, insisting she’s fine with the decision. But underneath the brave front, Asha is clearly unraveling. Each forced smile and deflection hides the weight of regret and emotional strain she refuses to show.

Dev, however, isn’t convinced. He knows his daughter better than she realizes, and her evasiveness only fuels his concerns. Is Asha protecting herself from more pain, or is she burying her trauma so deeply that it could explode later in destructive ways?

Glenda’s Meddling Backfires

At the Rovers, Glenda Shuttleworth decides to take matters into her own hands. Convinced that George deserves better than Christina, she draws up a damning list of Christina’s strengths and flaws, hoping it will expose her rival in the worst light possible. It’s classic Glenda scheming—but as always, meddling comes with consequences.

Before Glenda can discreetly put her plan into motion, Christina walks in and catches her red-handed. Snatching the paper from Glenda’s hands, Christina reads the brutal list for herself, sparking a furious confrontation in front of George. Now George is left awkwardly caught in the middle as the two women face off. Will he side with Glenda, or will Christina use the moment to tighten her hold on him? Either way, Glenda’s meddling has opened a dangerous new rift.

Trouble on Canal Street

If all that weren’t enough drama, a night out on Canal Street promises to bring its own brand of chaos. Several Weatherfield residents head into Manchester’s vibrant gay district looking for fun, but things spiral into tension and confrontation. Among them is Theo Silverton—who, in a shocking twist, comes face-to-face with someone from his past. The encounter is intense, unsettling, and hints at secrets Theo has desperately tried to bury. But with his disappearance looming over the cobbles, this mysterious figure from his past could hold the key to what really happened to him.

Meanwhile, Nina Lucas worries as Asha downs more and more alcohol, Todd is unnerved by Theo’s erratic behavior, and the entire group faces drama they weren’t prepared for. By the end of the night, revelations and confrontations leave everyone reeling—and Theo’s future even more uncertain.

Carla’s Warpath

As all this unfolds, Carla remains relentless. Her feud with Becky is growing into a storyline that could fracture alliances and pit residents against each other. Carla’s suspicions about Becky are more than just gut feelings—she believes Becky is weaving a web of lies to manipulate those closest to her. But is Carla right, or is her hatred clouding her judgment?

Carla storming off at lunch and taking her concerns to the police proves she’s prepared to fight this battle to the bitter end. Becky, however, isn’t one to back down quietly. With Lisa caught in the middle and Kit struggling to balance professional duty with personal loyalty, this feud is about to spiral into one of Weatherfield’s most explosive conflicts yet.

What’s Next?

With Carla and Becky’s feud threatening to divide the Swains, Theo’s disappearance shrouded in mystery, Bethany’s comeback destined to shake Daniel’s world, Asha hiding emotional scars, and Glenda locked in battle with Christina, next week’s Coronation Street promises heartache, scandal, and high-stakes drama at every turn.

And that’s not even mentioning the quieter tensions bubbling beneath the surface—Carl Webster’s shady schemes, Jenny Connor’s desperate grasp for attention, and Debbie’s suspicions about Abby’s behavior.

Every storyline intertwines in ways that guarantee shocks, tears, and confrontations viewers won’t forget.