Tiga Raksasa Inggris Lolos ke Delapan Besar Carabao Cup
The Carabao Cup continues its march towards the final, with the round of 16 bringing exciting clashes and plenty of drama. Notably, three of England's biggest clubs, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea, all secured their places in the quarter-finals, setting the stage for potentially thrilling encounters in the later stages.
Manchester City Dominates Chelsea in a Show of Force
Manchester City showed their championship pedigree by dismantling Chelsea in a convincing 2-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland was once again the difference-maker, scoring both goals and showcasing his unmatched goal-scoring prowess. City's dominance was evident throughout the match, with their fluid attacking play leaving Chelsea struggling to contain their onslaught.
Liverpool Survives a Scare Against Derby County
Liverpool, despite a shaky start, managed to secure a 2-0 win against Derby County in a match that was closer than the scoreline suggests. Harvey Elliott put the Reds ahead early in the second half, but Derby fought back and created several chances. Mohamed Salah ultimately sealed the victory with a late goal, securing Liverpool's place in the next round.
Chelsea Overcomes a Stubborn Newcastle United
Chelsea, despite their loss against Manchester City, managed to bounce back in their next match against Newcastle United. The Blues secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory, with Raheem Sterling and Lewis Hall scoring the goals. Newcastle put up a strong fight, but Chelsea's experience and individual quality proved too much for the Magpies.
Looking Ahead: A Quarter-Final Showdown?
With these three giants all in the quarter-finals, the possibility of an all-English final is a very real possibility. While the draw for the quarter-finals is yet to be confirmed, the potential matchups have fans eagerly anticipating the next stage.
The Carabao Cup continues to be a thrilling tournament, and the performances of these three English giants are sure to raise expectations for the remainder of the competition. Will we see a final showdown between two of these teams? Only time will tell.