⚽ EFL Carabao Cup 2025/26 Season

[Black Mbaye]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United and a day after between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
At the first glance I think that the final match will be held between gunners and Liverpool. Liverpool is way better than the other teams and Tottenham isn't ok at all this period.
Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform. I don't think they are playing badly at all despite their missing players. I believe they can be successful in the Newcastle matches and advance to the next round. I think Liverpool will be the winner of the EFL. Of course, there is no guarantee in the finals, both teams have a chance to win in the final. In my opinion, Liverpool will be one of the finalists and will win the match. Because stopping Liverpool is a big problem at this time.

[MainIbem]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United and a day after between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
At the first glance I think that the final match will be held between gunners and Liverpool. Liverpool is way better than the other teams and Tottenham isn't ok at all this period.
Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform. I don't think they are playing badly at all despite their missing players. I believe they can be successful in the Newcastle matches and advance to the next round. I think Liverpool will be the winner of the EFL. Of course, there is no guarantee in the finals, both teams have a chance to win in the final. In my opinion, Liverpool will be one of the finalists and will win the match. Because stopping Liverpool is a big problem at this time.

I'll really love the finals to be between Arsenal and Liverpool but then I'll have to wait for the outcomes of the Semi-finals between Arsenal vs Newcastle and Spurs vs Liverpool. Anyways the match between Arsenal vs Newcastle is going to be a very tough one and quite difficult to predict due to the current form of both teams, Arsenal in their last 5 matches haven't lost any, they won 4 and drew 1 while Newcastle won all 5 thereby giving them a good form to face Arsenal in this competition, they're tough this season and difficult to beat so it's not going to be an easy win for Arsenal even though the bookmakers favours them mostly, after what i saw happened in the Coppa Itália, i don't think I'll be quick to crown Arsenal the winners cause Newcastle are capable of showing resistance just like AC Milan did against Inter, Moreover this is their opportunity to get into the finals and try to win a trophy this season so they'll take it very seriously.

[Felicity_Tide]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United

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I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

And the day has finally come, as the semi final begins. Arsenal/Newcastle will play today, while Spurs/Liverpool will play tomorrow. I think this semi final looks very interesting, as it involves two north London sides, and two other top sides as well. Truth is, which ever side makes it to the final will still give as something interesting to watch. Just imagine having a north London derby in the final, or a Liverpool/Arsenal game in the final, or A Newcastle/Liverpool game in the final. I can't just wait.

As for the game tonight, well, Arsenal have a very good chance to advance further, even though their recent games with Newcastle has been very tricky. I think they might want to get the job done, even if it has to be done roughly. I'm not sure of the current fitness of the squad, because from the last game, it seems lots of players were sick. But, we can only wait for the game. Good luck to both sides.

[len01]

Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

Yeah I also have the same thoughts on the match. Because I believe Newcastle can give a surprise beyond our predictions.
On the one hand, Newcastle's condition in the EPL is very stable and is starting to show evidence of very consistent improvement. While Arsenal has a slight decline in player productivity.
I also have the same assumption as you think that logically it would be more appropriate for Liverpool and Arsenal to be in the final round. But sometimes in a competition like this it gives a very ridiculous surprise and I think Newcastle is also chasing the title in the EFL this time after having a big increase and certainly stronger confidence.
It seems that in the first leg of the semi-finals both teams scored the same score and it is likely that Newcastle can put strong pressure or even beat Arsenal.

[Abbatty]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United

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I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Even if arsenal should win this one it going to be a very difficult one, arsenal are having injury crises especially in that attacking line. Saka is out  and also Ethan Nwaneri who have been replacing him is also out injured. Newcastle on the other hand have been in a very good foam so for sure I know they will cause arsenal a lot of problems tonight. We could probably see a draw in this match.

And the day has finally come, as the semi final begins. Arsenal/Newcastle will play today, while Spurs/Liverpool will play tomorrow. I think this semi final looks very interesting, as it involves two north London sides, and two other top sides as well. Truth is, which ever side makes it to the final will still give as something interesting to watch. Just imagine having a north London derby in the final, or a Liverpool/Arsenal game in the final, or A Newcastle/Liverpool game in the final. I can't just wait.

As for the game tonight, well, Arsenal have a very good chance to advance further, even though their recent games with Newcastle has been very tricky. I think they might want to get the job done, even if it has to be done roughly. I'm not sure of the current fitness of the squad, because from the last game, it seems lots of players were sick. But, we can only wait for the game. Good luck to both sides.

Well the four teams remaining are all big side and which ever team that ends up in the final will definitely give us an interesting final. Tonight Arsenal takes on Newcastle and for sure it a big one at the emirates. Newcastle have been in an incredible foam so far, they are now on a six games winning streak. Arsenal on the other hand have some key players injured and for sure they will miss them in tonight game. Alexander Isak is currently on an incredible peak and seeing him on the scoresheet tonight is expected. I can’t really say who is going to win this one but we have a big game coming up

[Sim_card]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United and a day after between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
At the first glance I think that the final match will be held between gunners and Liverpool. Liverpool is way better than the other teams and Tottenham isn't ok at all this period.
Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform. I don't think they are playing badly at all despite their missing players. I believe they can be successful in the Newcastle matches and advance to the next round. I think Liverpool will be the winner of the EFL. Of course, there is no guarantee in the finals, both teams have a chance to win in the final. In my opinion, Liverpool will be one of the finalists and will win the match. Because stopping Liverpool is a big problem at this time.

I'll really love the finals to be between Arsenal and Liverpool but then I'll have to wait for the outcomes of the Semi-finals between Arsenal vs Newcastle and Spurs vs Liverpool. Anyways the match between Arsenal vs Newcastle is going to be a very tough one and quite difficult to predict due to the current form of both teams, Arsenal in their last 5 matches haven't lost any, they won 4 and drew 1 while Newcastle won all 5 thereby giving them a good form to face Arsenal in this competition, they're tough this season and difficult to beat so it's not going to be an easy win for Arsenal even though the bookmakers favours them mostly, after what i saw happened in the Coppa Itália, i don't think I'll be quick to crown Arsenal the winners cause Newcastle are capable of showing resistance just like AC Milan did against Inter, Moreover this is their opportunity to get into the finals and try to win a trophy this season so they'll take it very seriously.

Arsenal is in a good form and should be able to win Newcastle, but let's not underestimate Newcastle because they are also on the peak of their performance, making it not an easy match for Arsenal. It will be nice to see Arsenal and Liverpool in the finals, but nobody knows the possibility of that happening. Arsenal is the favorite.

[Palakka]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United and a day after between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
At the first glance I think that the final match will be held between gunners and Liverpool. Liverpool is way better than the other teams and Tottenham isn't ok at all this period.
Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform. I don't think they are playing badly at all despite their missing players. I believe they can be successful in the Newcastle matches and advance to the next round. I think Liverpool will be the winner of the EFL. Of course, there is no guarantee in the finals, both teams have a chance to win in the final. In my opinion, Liverpool will be one of the finalists and will win the match. Because stopping Liverpool is a big problem at this time.

Arsenal this season has lost to Newcastle in the EPL so I think the match will be a revenge for them, but even so, it will be difficult for Arsenal to conquer Newcastle given their impressive performance so far is very impressive without defeat in the last 6 EPL matches, while Arsenal, are not in a stable condition in my opinion after losing Saka and we can see their poor performance against Brighton in their last match, to be honest, I see that the match will be very difficult to predict because both teams have had very good player quality so far, but if I must to choose, I personally see that a draw will be the end of the normal time match.
While for the Liverpool vs Tottenham match, of course Liverpool will be my choice to win the match.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Only 2 hours to go for the Arsenal - Newcastle game. I'm looking forward to watching the game of 2 well-performing clubs this season. 

Arsenal are obviously the serious favourites at Emirates. But getting that win against an in-form Newcastle wouldn't be easy IMO. Newcastle beat Tottenham and Manchester United both in away games lately as a reminder. I know Arsenal are stronger but still it shows how dedicated they are nowadays.

I expect a win by Arsenal but with a close difference such as 1-0, 2-1 or so. I don't see the final very clear for them as I expect Newcastle to fight back hard in the rematch. 

[Amphenomenon]

Only 2 hours to go for the Arsenal - Newcastle game. I'm looking forward to watching the game of 2 well-performing clubs this season. 

Arsenal are obviously the serious favourites at Emirates. But getting that win against an in-form Newcastle wouldn't be easy IMO. Newcastle beat Tottenham and Manchester United both in away games lately as a reminder. I know Arsenal are stronger but still it shows how dedicated they are nowadays.

I expect a win by Arsenal but with a close difference such as 1-0, 2-1 or so. I don't see the final very clear for them as I expect Newcastle to fight back hard in the rematch. 

This match will be a tough one for both teams especially from the fact that some of their key players may be missing through injuries and the likes. But as it is going to be in the Emirates stadium, I think will have to fight to get a win tonight, except they are unlucky with goals Newcastle United likely will lose this game.

[hahay]

Arsenal and Newcastle are both in good form and moreover, there are home and away games which I think will make this match difficult to predict. Because it is possible that the away team in the first leg will only play defensively and will be at their best in the second leg, or maybe the other way around, who knows. But, based on their recent head to head record, I think Newcastle still has a chance to beat Arsenal in this semifinal match. Because after all, the team that has really improved to be very good lately, of course it will be very possible for Newcastle to get a good result too. Considering the factors they have had lately, then I just hope that in this first leg they will have  a lot of goals at least with a total of three goals.

[yudi09]

Only 2 hours to go for the Arsenal - Newcastle game. I'm looking forward to watching the game of 2 well-performing clubs this season. 

Arsenal are obviously the serious favourites at Emirates. But getting that win against an in-form Newcastle wouldn't be easy IMO. Newcastle beat Tottenham and Manchester United both in away games lately as a reminder. I know Arsenal are stronger but still it shows how dedicated they are nowadays.

I expect a win by Arsenal but with a close difference such as 1-0, 2-1 or so. I don't see the final very clear for them as I expect Newcastle to fight back hard in the rematch. 

Interestingly the EFL Cup semifinal because each team has the opportunity to defeat your opponent at home. Arsenal vs Newcastle who will play in the next hour is leg 1 at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium. If in this match Arsenal managed to win over Newcastle, then Newcastle still has hope to maintain the opportunity in leg 2.

Arsenal became a team that was favored by many people to enter the final round, but that was not necessarily.
A thin score can be created tonight. If Newcastle is able to score a goal at Emirates, then that's a good thing.

[Stablexcoin]

I'll really love the finals to be between Arsenal and Liverpool but then I'll have to wait for the outcomes of the Semi-finals between Arsenal vs Newcastle and Spurs vs Liverpool. Anyways the match between Arsenal vs Newcastle is going to be a very tough one and quite difficult to predict due to the current form of both teams, Arsenal in their last 5 matches haven't lost any, they won 4 and drew 1 while Newcastle won all 5 thereby giving them a good form to face Arsenal in this competition, they're tough this season and difficult to beat so it's not going to be an easy win for Arsenal even though the bookmakers favours them mostly, after what i saw happened in the Coppa Itália, i don't think I'll be quick to crown Arsenal the winners cause Newcastle are capable of showing resistance just like AC Milan did against Inter, Moreover this is their opportunity to get into the finals and try to win a trophy this season so they'll take it very seriously.

If it is between Arsenal and Liverpool then Liverpool might end up wining the cup and the EPL as well. I know how many times Chelsea has gone to final with Liverpool in the Carabao competition and Liverpool has won it those times. Am not sure this is the first time Arsenal and Liverpool are expecting to play in the final competition. But if it happens just like you have wanted it then Arsenal should use the opportunity to win it. Because Liverpool are more focused in the EPL than this cup. Well i might be wrong. They may have plans to win both competition this season.

As for today. Arsenal is my favorite team to win against Newcastle. If they cant win the EPL then they should get at least one trophy this season if not Arteta is going to be on a serious black note.

[Adbitco]

Arsenal vs Newcastle tonight for the Carabao Cup Semi Finals, if Arsenal are to advance to the finals tonight, they need to be at their A game and not lose focus because Newcastle will not waste time in exploiting loop holes from Arsenal's end. Arsenal needs to intensify their attack against Newcastle at the same time not forgetting their back line where Newcastle can hit them on the break of counter attack. Though both teams really hasn't been consistent this season, surprise could come from any side as this game will be hard to guess the outcome before full time.

[7juju]

Less than one week to go for the semifinal games of EFL Carabao Cup between Arsenal and Newcastle United and a day after between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
At the first glance I think that the final match will be held between gunners and Liverpool. Liverpool is way better than the other teams and Tottenham isn't ok at all this period.
Arsenal and Newcastle match is a little bit more complicated thought since Newcastle could show some good performances and gunners have their weak moments.
Overall both games are interesting and worth to be followed

I really like Newcastle's game as well this season. They have been getting positive results and Isak is also in great shape. I believe they can make difficulties for Arsenal tomorrow. However I still see Arsenal one step ahead of course. Even without Saka they showed how strong they could play recently. I haven't seen Arsenal's name on an EFL Cup for a long time. I think they will make it to the finale and most probably they will find Liverpool against themselves. It would be the best finale for the league cup to be honest.

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform. I don't think they are playing badly at all despite their missing players. I believe they can be successful in the Newcastle matches and advance to the next round. I think Liverpool will be the winner of the EFL. Of course, there is no guarantee in the finals, both teams have a chance to win in the final. In my opinion, Liverpool will be one of the finalists and will win the match. Because stopping Liverpool is a big problem at this time.

I fancy Newcastle United in the game between Arsenal and going away from home Arsenal would be very strong because they want to win there first trophy of the season which is going to be a very competitive game, Arsenal fighting for the premier league I think Arteta will try and rest some players for that Cup game because he has a very strong game in the weekend against Manchester United in the premier league he doesn’t want tired legs and fatigue for his players. Newcastle has been very good in the premier league they are in the best form of the season so far in the premier and I’m going to fancy them to win against Arsenal tonight. And I fancy Isak to score he is in a very good form lately in the premier league and he is scoring goals for fun

[junder]

Arsenal and Newcastle are both in good form and moreover, there are home and away games which I think will make this match difficult to predict. Because it is possible that the away team in the first leg will only play defensively and will be at their best in the second leg, or maybe the other way around, who knows. But, based on their recent head to head record, I think Newcastle still has a chance to beat Arsenal in this semifinal match. Because after all, the team that has really improved to be very good lately, of course it will be very possible for Newcastle to get a good result too. Considering the factors they have had lately, then I just hope that in this first leg they will have  a lot of goals at least with a total of three goals.

The match will start in a few minutes, the bookies give @2.15 for Arsenal while Newcastle @5.00, the difference feels quite far if we are talking about the semifinal match, maybe Arsenal factor as the host is the bookies' reason, but as you said Newcastle is currently in their best form in the Premier League so Arsenal will not easily get a win, or Newcastle could give a surprise, what is clear is that this match will be tight and whoever loses still has a chance to take revenge in the second leg.

[7juju]

I'll really love the finals to be between Arsenal and Liverpool but then I'll have to wait for the outcomes of the Semi-finals between Arsenal vs Newcastle and Spurs vs Liverpool. Anyways the match between Arsenal vs Newcastle is going to be a very tough one and quite difficult to predict due to the current form of both teams, Arsenal in their last 5 matches haven't lost any, they won 4 and drew 1 while Newcastle won all 5 thereby giving them a good form to face Arsenal in this competition, they're tough this season and difficult to beat so it's not going to be an easy win for Arsenal even though the bookmakers favours them mostly, after what i saw happened in the Coppa Itália, i don't think I'll be quick to crown Arsenal the winners cause Newcastle are capable of showing resistance just like AC Milan did against Inter, Moreover this is their opportunity to get into the finals and try to win a trophy this season so they'll take it very seriously.

If it is between Arsenal and Liverpool then Liverpool might end up wining the cup and the EPL as well. I know how many times Chelsea has gone to final with Liverpool in the Carabao competition and Liverpool has won it those times. Am not sure this is the first time Arsenal and Liverpool are expecting to play in the final competition. But if it happens just like you have wanted it then Arsenal should use the opportunity to win it. Because Liverpool are more focused in the EPL than this cup. Well i might be wrong. They may have plans to win both competition this season.

As for today. Arsenal is my favorite team to win against Newcastle. If they cant win the EPL then they should get at least one trophy this season if not Arteta is going to be on a serious black note.

Speaking from a neutral point of view I think the final is going to be against Arsenal and Liverpool and as much as I’ll love Liverpool to win they will have to pass their huddle against Tottenham if Liverpool get to the finals then I think Liverpool will win the EFL trophy because they are kings of the EFL cup and they have won it in previous years and still hold the cup. Arsenal is a very good team winning the premier league is more important to Arteta so he will not want to lose any of his players after Loosing Saka to injury. He will definitely rest some players because he has a very important game during the weekend against Manchester United who knows how to play big games in the league. So I see Liverpool wining the EFL trophy.

[Stable090]

Although Newcastle United is a good team, Arsenal is in a much better position right now. Although Bukayo Saka's absence affected them a lot, they still continued to perform.

Let’s see how Arsenal is going to perform in the match. I am not so confident that Arsenal will be getting a win in the match, Newcastle is not a weak team, and since Saka went on injury, if you closely watch Arsenal’s match, you will notice their performance has dropped. Saka’s absence is really affecting Arsenal, which I am sure is going to affect them in today's match.

Newcastle is so dangerous and shouldn’t be underestimated, Arsenal might end up getting a win in the match, but it’s really going to be a difficult one for Arsenal. Since the match will be starting in a few minutes, let’s just wait and enjoy the match. I am sure it’s going to be an interesting and entertaining one.

[Franctoshi]

Arsenal vs Newcastle tonight for the Carabao Cup Semi Finals, if Arsenal are to advance to the finals tonight, they need to be at their A game and not lose focus because Newcastle will not waste time in exploiting loop holes from Arsenal's end. Arsenal needs to intensify their attack against Newcastle at the same time not forgetting their back line where Newcastle can hit them on the break of counter attack. Though both teams really hasn't been consistent this season, surprise could come from any side as this game will be hard to guess the outcome before full time.

It's clear that this game today isn't gonna be an easy game for Arsenal to win, Remember Newcastle United defeated Tottenham this weekend, I'm not seeing any favorable team to win in this encounter, it really an open game for both side and the outcome would be hugely be determined by the team that utilized their best goal scoring opportunities and the side that applied a better tactical system of play.

[Majestic-milf]

 I'm also of the opinion that Arsenal won't find it easy to win Newcastle. This is a club that has been giving them tough time right from time so if they will defeat them, they will need a lot  of expertise and skill since the magpies are also a tricky club.
 Arsenal have mastered the art of taking advantage of set pieces so will that be the only thing they will be relying on because these days teams have known that that's their strong suit.
If this game ends in Arsenal's favor I wonder if they can be able to take on the the winner of the Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool game because as it is, Newcastle seems to be holding court in Arsenal's half and if they can capitalize on the chances they are getting, it will definitely find the Gunners in trouble.

[Adbitco]

What a miss from Martinelli, the ball came off the woodwork. Arsenal are really giving Newcastle a tough time at the back, its been attack after attack, dominance from Arsenal from all angles in the game, they need to take this advantage now or they may regret later. Its minute 34 on the clock now and its goalless.