⚽ EFL Carabao Cup 2025/26 Season

[knowngunman]

Comfortable win for Man City tonight, they didn’t have too many problems against Brentford as they ran out 2-0 winners. They will join Chelsea in the semi finals.

Newcastle vs Fulham is much more competitive, a real battle.

Lolz, I bet you most of Chelsea fans were hoping that Brentford would hold Man City but that would have been a big ask. Chelsea will face Man City and I tell you that's not a fixture Chelsea fans wanted, at least not in the crucial stages of this competition, maybe it would have been more preferable in the EPL and not here.
As it is, Newcastle would be awaiting the outcome of the game between Arsenal vs Crystal Palace to see who they'd play against since they were able to edge out Fulham by 2-1.

You seem to misunderstood LFC_Bitcoin post Majestic-milf 

Manchester City will join Chelsea in the semi final as a team that already qualify for the semi final just like Newcastle. Not that Manchester City will fixture Chelsea in the semi final as you assumed. The fixture is already drawn and Manchester City is playing Newcastle while Chelsea will play any of the team that qualify between Arsenal and Crystal Palace. So Chelsea has nothing to fear about meeting Manchester City at the next stage. However, I see both Arsenal and Crystal Palace as a threat to Chelsea in the next stage.

[Marykeller]

Lolz, I bet you most of Chelsea fans were hoping that Brentford would hold Man City but that would have been a big ask. Chelsea will face Man City and I tell you that's not a fixture Chelsea fans wanted, at least not in the crucial stages of this competition, maybe it would have been more preferable in the EPL and not here.

If you were a Chelsea fan, wouldn't you have hope for the same?

Brentford is the weaker side. So it's pretty normal that some of Chelsea's fans wanted Brentford to win so they could face them in the quarter finals. But despite the outcome of the match, I still believe in Chelsea. They can surprise you when you least expect it, and I think they can rise up to the occasion against City.

saying chelsea can beat mancity at this point isnt even meant to be a far fetched opinion

Before we start to debate the club side that will win against each other in the EFL match of Chelsea vs Manchester City, we would first of all watch how Chelsea would face off against Manchester City in a Premier League match, which is not too long from today(17 days).

The result of the Premier League match will give us a clear view of what to expect from both team that has the better chance of winning in the EFL semi-finals.

[armanda90]

So far three teams are qualifying to semifinal EFL Cup from Chelsea, Manchester City and Newcastle United then left one team between Arsenal or Crystal Palace will fight for last spot of semifinal round. For Arsenal, its important match after consistent performance in domestic league and champion league want to perform perfectly this season as possibility winning all trophies.
Before facing Crystal Palace in EFL Cup quarter final round, Arsenal will face Everton firstly in Premier League match and I think its crucial has three days for recovering will make huge rotation for EFL Cup match. Arsenal won't loss three points in premier league match against Everton and likely will play full teams but make rotation for facing Crystal Palace in EFL Cup match. I am interested for the semifinal drawing match of EFL Cup will Chelsea face Manchester City or Arsenal if qualify to semifinal round?

[Solokan]

Lolz, I bet you most of Chelsea fans were hoping that Brentford would hold Man City but that would have been a big ask. Chelsea will face Man City and I tell you that's not a fixture Chelsea fans wanted, at least not in the crucial stages of this competition, maybe it would have been more preferable in the EPL and not here.

If you were a Chelsea fan, wouldn't you have hope for the same?

Brentford is the weaker side. So it's pretty normal that some of Chelsea's fans wanted Brentford to win so they could face them in the quarter finals. But despite the outcome of the match, I still believe in Chelsea. They can surprise you when you least expect it, and I think they can rise up to the occasion against City.

Chelsea fans definitely want Brentford to beat Manchester City so that Chelsea can face Brentford in the semifinals, but in reality, Manchester City has now defeated Brentford. However, it has now been decided that Chelsea will not face Manchester City in the semifinals, but will instead face the winner of the Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace match, so Chelsea's opponent will definitely be either Crystal Palace or Arsenal. So it seems that Chelsea fans are now hoping Crystal Palace will win against Arsenal so that Chelsea can face Crystal Palace in the semifinals. Well, we'll just have to wait and see what happens. But I have a feeling that Arsenal will win the Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace match, so I think Chelsea is likely to face Arsenal in the semifinals. It seems that Manchester City is luckier now because they will face Newcastle in the semifinals, but I think Pep needs to be careful because Newcastle has reached this stage due to their strong performance, so I think the Manchester City vs. Newcastle match will be an exciting one.

[Callido]

Before we start to debate the club side that will win against each other in the EFL match of Chelsea vs Manchester City, we would first of all watch how Chelsea would face off against Manchester City in a Premier League match, which is not too long from today(17 days).

The result of the Premier League match will give us a clear view of what to expect from both team that has the better chance of winning in the EFL semi-finals.

The semi final fixtures draw have Manchester City vs Newcastle to compete for the final leg. Chelsea advanced to the semi final after defeating Cardiff City, waiting for Arsenal and Crystal Palace to face off to see who joins Chelsea to compete for goes to the final.

If Arsenal wins Crystal Palace, they are more likely to advance or at best win the Carabao Cup, their performance has been top notch, i cannot doubt the effectiveness of their achievements.

[Majestic-milf]

Chelsea can't always have it easy all the time in cup competitions, at least they have to face a real test if they are going to get to the final. They shouldn't be expecting another Cardiff in the name of Brentford. I knew Brentford weren't up to the task to stop city After ending last season trophiless, city weren't going to waste any opportunity that will draw them closer to winning something this seasonAlthough I am not writing off Chelsea ability to hurt Manchester city in the semi finals. We know how this Chelsea team can turn up in big matches, so City fans shouldn't think it's an easy match coming for them. Chelsea is a dangerous team and anything can happen.

This is the major reason why Chelsea are even sceptical over the fact that it was Man City that qualified and not Brentford. For me it was only PSG that was the biggest team they've played against when it came to competitions and I feel that if they play the same way thru did with PSG to Man City, they'd be able to beat them, it's just fear that they always put in front that's why they always prefer smaller teams.

[Princess Leah]

Chelsea fans definitely want Brentford to beat Manchester City so that Chelsea can face Brentford in the semifinals, but in reality, Manchester City has now defeated Brentford. However, it has now been decided that Chelsea will not face Manchester City in the semifinals, but will instead face the winner of the Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace match, so Chelsea's opponent will definitely be either Crystal Palace or Arsenal. So it seems that Chelsea fans are now hoping Crystal Palace will win against Arsenal so that Chelsea can face Crystal Palace in the semifinals. Well, we'll just have to wait and see what happens. But I have a feeling that Arsenal will win the Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace match, so I think Chelsea is likely to face Arsenal in the semifinals. It seems that Manchester City is luckier now because they will face Newcastle in the semifinals, but I think Pep needs to be careful because Newcastle has reached this stage due to their strong performance, so I think the Manchester City vs. Newcastle match will be an exciting one.

Do not generalise cause not all Chelsea fans have that thought of playing against a weaker team in the Semifinals, recent history has shown that Chelsea is not scared of playing against any team, remember that they've recently beaten teams that seems tougher including PSG and Barcelona so why would  they be scared of City.

 Anyways, whether it's Arsenal or Crystal Palace that Chelsea is facing the the Semifinals, I think they're fully prepared and ready for the challenge ahead, and if they lose against either of those team, it's not a big deal cause Chelsea is not like some club that's yet to win a major trophy for years now.

[Sexylizzy2813]

This is the major reason why Chelsea are even sceptical over the fact that it was Man City that qualified and not Brentford. For me it was only PSG that was the biggest team they've played against when it came to competitions and I feel that if they play the same way thru did with PSG to Man City, they'd be able to beat them, it's just fear that they always put in front that's why they always prefer smaller teams.

You see Chelsea, I don't know if I'll call all that have been happening to them as luck but they just squeeze their way through and the game you expect them to win without stress you'd see them struggling. Now they have to face either Arsenal or Palace which is not going to be like their previous game and like you said that PSG are the only stronger side they have faced, I agree with you  but the problem with Chelsea facing a stronger side is that they manage to win and the stronger side like PSG will act like they can't play like they used to, is so sad...how can a weaker team be on top always? I sure hope that they don't have their way against Arsenal or Chelsea, I'd even prefer the Blues go head to head with City let's see how that magic will happen.

[DYOR+BTC]

So far three teams are qualifying to semifinal EFL Cup from Chelsea, Manchester City and Newcastle United then left one team between Arsenal or Crystal Palace will fight for last spot of semifinal round. For Arsenal, its important match after consistent performance in domestic league and champion league want to perform perfectly this season as possibility winning all trophies.
Before facing Crystal Palace in EFL Cup quarter final round, Arsenal will face Everton firstly in Premier League match and I think its crucial has three days for recovering will make huge rotation for EFL Cup match. Arsenal won't loss three points in premier league match against Everton and likely will play full teams but make rotation for facing Crystal Palace in EFL Cup match. I am interested for the semifinal drawing match of EFL Cup will Chelsea face Manchester City or Arsenal if qualify to semifinal round?

The last spot left in the EFL cup which both Arsenal and crystal palace are competing for the same position and very soon the winner will be decided. Its clear Arsenal are in good form this season but I don't think making it to the semi final in the EFL cup will be possible because crystal palace knows exactly how to handle situations like this and won't be ready to lose this golden opportunity. Although arsenal is a dangerous side that any team playing against them must be carful to avoid regret as they have not won any trophy for some seasons now and may do everything humanly possible to bag a trophy this season.

[Justbillywitt]

Chelsea can't always have it easy all the time in cup competitions, at least they have to face a real test if they are going to get to the final. They shouldn't be expecting another Cardiff in the name of Brentford. I knew Brentford weren't up to the task to stop city After ending last season trophiless, city weren't going to waste any opportunity that will draw them closer to winning something this seasonAlthough I am not writing off Chelsea ability to hurt Manchester city in the semi finals. We know how this Chelsea team can turn up in big matches, so City fans shouldn't think it's an easy match coming for them. Chelsea is a dangerous team and anything can happen.

This is the major reason why Chelsea are even sceptical over the fact that it was Man City that qualified and not Brentford. For me it was only PSG that was the biggest team they've played against when it came to competitions and I feel that if they play the same way thru did with PSG to Man City, they'd be able to beat them, it's just fear that they always put in front that's why they always prefer smaller teams.

Wasn't it surprising to you that Chelsea won PSG that was red hot at that time? That aside, they won Barcelona and didn't give them any chance it was shocking to me. What Chelsea are good at is playing the underdog team, but in reality they will come up stronger and hurt you. Manchester city and their fans should not fall for this. They should treat Chelsea same way they will treat Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in a champions league final. Chelsea is not a team to underrate that's just my own. I am really looking forward to that match and Chelsea fans can't fool me to believe they are the underdog team here. Not after all the money they have been spending to get quality players that has transformed their team to what it is now.


Edited: Unfortunately this match won't hold in the semi finals anymore, hopefully we will see it in the final. The draw has been made, Newcastle will host Manchester city, while Arsenal and winner crystal palace take on Chelsea.

[Solodoski]

I am interested for the semifinal drawing match of EFL Cup will Chelsea face Manchester City or Arsenal if qualify to semifinal round?

The semi final draw has be made already and Manchester City will be facing Newcastle,  while Chelsea will be facing the winning in the match against Arsenal vs CrystalPalace.  I think it's going to be a very interesting semi final especially if Arsenal get to qualify for the semi final. I really can't wait for the match against Arsenal and Crystal Palace, I think its going to be an interesting match, but I also think Arsenal has an edge, because they are a better team at the moment.  What I am happy about is that we are going to be seeing an all premier league team in the semi final of the Carabao which will make it more interesting for the neutrals.

[ginsan]

Before we start to debate the club side that will win against each other in the EFL match of Chelsea vs Manchester City, we would first of all watch how Chelsea would face off against Manchester City in a Premier League match, which is not too long from today(17 days).

The result of the Premier League match will give us a clear view of what to expect from both team that has the better chance of winning in the EFL semi-finals.

The semi final fixtures draw have Manchester City vs Newcastle to compete for the final leg. Chelsea advanced to the semi final after defeating Cardiff City, waiting for Arsenal and Crystal Palace to face off to see who joins Chelsea to compete for goes to the final.

If Arsenal wins Crystal Palace, they are more likely to advance or at best win the Carabao Cup, their performance has been top notch, i cannot doubt the effectiveness of their achievements.

Arsenal still seems to be the favorite because they've been so good this season. People would rate them the same. However, Crystal Palace can't be said to be easy to beat. Their Carabao Cup campaign is also very good. If we take the Premier League into account, Crystal Palace seems confident of winning this match.

However, they'll face Chelsea, even if they can get past Arsenal. I doubt Crystal Palace can win against Chelsea. I think Chelsea is much more likely to win if this scenario plays out.

[dezoel]

If Arsenal wins against Crystal Palace on December 24, the next round could see Chelsea face Manchester City and Newcastle United face Arsenal.
Manchester City seemed too relaxed in their match against Brentford, playing as if without any pressure. Pep's strategy was no different from usual, but in this match, he brought on a few substitutes from the bench and started one young player who played the entire game.
The team Manchester City will face in the Semifinals, according to the scenario I mentioned earlier if it doesn't change, is likely to be Chelsea.

Draws for the last four already announced, Newcastle United is going to host Manchester City at St James Park on 13th January while Newcastle Untied will be visiting Etihad on 2nd February for second leg game. Winner from this game between Arsenal/Crystal Palace game will be going for the challenge of Chelsea.

With the current level of performance it looks like Manchester City will be having no problem to win this cup because they are at their best, other teams are noy having same level of consistency and performance to prevent them from winning the trophy. Three London derbies are going to be competing first at Emirates and then winner will be going for Chelsea.

[Frankolala]

If Arsenal wins against Crystal Palace on December 24, the next round could see Chelsea face Manchester City and Newcastle United face Arsenal.
Manchester City seemed too relaxed in their match against Brentford, playing as if without any pressure. Pep's strategy was no different from usual, but in this match, he brought on a few substitutes from the bench and started one young player who played the entire game.
The team Manchester City will face in the Semifinals, according to the scenario I mentioned earlier if it doesn't change, is likely to be Chelsea.

Draws for the last four already announced, Newcastle United is going to host Manchester City at St James Park on 13th January while Newcastle Untied will be visiting Etihad on 2nd February for second leg game. Winner from this game between Arsenal/Crystal Palace game will be going for the challenge of Chelsea.

With the current level of performance it looks like Manchester City will be having no problem to win this cup because they are at their best, other teams are noy having same level of consistency and performance to prevent them from winning the trophy. Three London derbies are going to be competing first at Emirates and then winner will be going for Chelsea.

Sure, City is looking stronger and consistent than the other clubs but no one knows if City is going to win the cup because football sometimes, doesn't play out the way we expected it. Chelsea is still in the competition, they might pull some stunts and stop City from winning the cup by all means.

[Jostern]

I am interested for the semifinal drawing match of EFL Cup will Chelsea face Manchester City or Arsenal if qualify to semifinal round?

The semi final draw has be made already and Manchester City will be facing Newcastle,  while Chelsea will be facing the winning in the match against Arsenal vs CrystalPalace.  I think it's going to be a very interesting semi final especially if Arsenal get to qualify for the semi final. I really can't wait for the match against Arsenal and Crystal Palace, I think its going to be an interesting match, but I also think Arsenal has an edge, because they are a better team at the moment.  What I am happy about is that we are going to be seeing an all premier league team in the semi final of the Carabao which will make it more interesting for the neutrals.

It is a very good draw in the Carabao Cup, because the game between Manchester City and Newcastle is going to be a spectacular game after Newcastle beat Manchester City in the Premier League in the Previous week, and Chelsea potential game with Crystal Palace or Arsenal is also going to be a spectacular game because there is a London derby and I will really love to see Chelsea play against Arsenal and is going to be a very good game and it’s going to be highly expected, Well the fixtures are going to be interested and the game is going to be calmly calculated by both teams who are facing each other’s and it will be an opportunity to for a silverware.

[Majestic-milf]

Manchester City will join Chelsea in the semi final as a team that already qualify for the semi final just like Newcastle. Not that Manchester City will fixture Chelsea in the semi final as you assumed. The fixture is already drawn and Manchester City is playing Newcastle while Chelsea will play any of the team that qualify between Arsenal and Crystal Palace. So Chelsea has nothing to fear about meeting Manchester City at the next stage. However, I see both Arsenal and Crystal Palace as a threat to Chelsea in the next stage.

You're right, I got the fixtures wrong. Personally I was thinking they(Man City) would get paired with Chelsea and even a fan whom I was discussing with was a bit anxious when Man City beat Brentford because they too thought they'd meet Man City. Well, I won't be able to tell if Newcastle can give Chelsea a challenge until the 90 minutes is up.

[Lida93]

Manchester City will join Chelsea in the semi final as a team that already qualify for the semi final just like Newcastle. Not that Manchester City will fixture Chelsea in the semi final as you assumed. The fixture is already drawn and Manchester City is playing Newcastle while Chelsea will play any of the team that qualify between Arsenal and Crystal Palace. So Chelsea has nothing to fear about meeting Manchester City at the next stage. However, I see both Arsenal and Crystal Palace as a threat to Chelsea in the next stage.

No matter what happens, the most important thing here is that the semi finals fixtures are going to be very interesting with the presence of four elite clubs in the EPL, what else can one ask for, it's indeed going to be a great semi finals and it's obvious that with this kind of semi finals fixtures there is bound to be a very competitive finals between the two teams that are going to make it to the finals at last, if Arsenal could convincingly beat Crystal palace then am quite sure that they could also secure a place in the finals and maybe bag a trophy.

[Son Of Blockchain (SOB)]

Manchester City will join Chelsea in the semi final as a team that already qualify for the semi final just like Newcastle. Not that Manchester City will fixture Chelsea in the semi final as you assumed. The fixture is already drawn and Manchester City is playing Newcastle while Chelsea will play any of the team that qualify between Arsenal and Crystal Palace. So Chelsea has nothing to fear about meeting Manchester City at the next stage. However, I see both Arsenal and Crystal Palace as a threat to Chelsea in the next stage.

You're right, I got the fixtures wrong. Personally I was thinking they(Man City) would get paired with Chelsea and even a fan whom I was discussing with was a bit anxious when Man City beat Brentford because they too thought they'd meet Man City. Well, I won't be able to tell if Newcastle can give Chelsea a challenge until the 90 minutes is up.

You got it all wrong again bro, Chelsea won't be playing against Newcastle but the winner of the match between Arsenal or Crystal that's the remaining team to qualify for the Semifinals, while Manchester City would meet Newcastle. Manchester City would only get paired with Chelsea, if they both meet in the finals which we're not sure of yet.
 The remaining clubs in the tournament are very strong teams, even Newcastle and Crystal that seem like the weakest amongst all can still shock you, so predicting what the outcome of the tournament would be currently is quite tough, Although I feel Arsenal would eliminate Crystal Palace.

[abhiseshakana]

Manchester City will join Chelsea in the semi final as a team that already qualify for the semi final just like Newcastle. Not that Manchester City will fixture Chelsea in the semi final as you assumed. The fixture is already drawn and Manchester City is playing Newcastle while Chelsea will play any of the team that qualify between Arsenal and Crystal Palace. So Chelsea has nothing to fear about meeting Manchester City at the next stage. However, I see both Arsenal and Crystal Palace as a threat to Chelsea in the next stage.

No matter what happens, the most important thing here is that the semi finals fixtures are going to be very interesting with the presence of four elite clubs in the EPL, what else can one ask for, it's indeed going to be a great semi finals and it's obvious that with this kind of semi finals fixtures there is bound to be a very competitive finals between the two teams that are going to make it to the finals at last, if Arsenal could convincingly beat Crystal palace then am quite sure that they could also secure a place in the finals and maybe bag a trophy.

The opponent that Man City must face in the semifinals is Newcastle, meaning Chelsea will face the winner between Arsenal and Crystal Palace (the match will be held on December 24th). I think Arsenal will advance to the semifinals because they have a better performance than Crystal Palace, and Arsenal also has the advantage of playing at home. If Chelsea's opponent is Arsenal, then it will be a tough fight for both of them.

[hyudien]

It is a very good draw in the Carabao Cup, because the game between Manchester City and Newcastle is going to be a spectacular game after Newcastle beat Manchester City in the Premier League in the Previous week, and Chelsea potential game with Crystal Palace or Arsenal is also going to be a spectacular game because there is a London derby and I will really love to see Chelsea play against Arsenal and is going to be a very good game and it’s going to be highly expected, Well the fixtures are going to be interested and the game is going to be calmly calculated by both teams who are facing each other’s and it will be an opportunity to for a silverware.

And in their last EFL meeting, Newcastle beat Pep men, but not in the semifinals if I remember correctly, so this is a match worth looking forward to, especially since Newcastle are the current defending champions.

I predict Chelsea will face Arsenal in this semifinal. Crystal Palace are indeed good and have been in their best form for the past two seasons and will make things difficult for Arsenal, but I don't think Arsenal wants to lose this title, so they will likely beat CP and advance to the semifinals.