The Carabao Cup once again delivered thrills, surprises, and plenty of talking points as English clubs battled for a spot in the next round. From Premier League scares to dominant displays, here’s a round-up of all the action from today’s matches:
Liverpool 2–1 Southampton
Liverpool edged past Southampton in dramatic fashion. New signing Alexander Isak netted his first goal for the Reds, while Shea Charles struck back for the Saints. The game’s defining moment came late on when Hugo Ekitiké scored what proved to be the winner — but then saw red for removing his shirt in celebration, having already been booked. A bittersweet night at Anfield.
Lincoln City 1–2 Chelsea
League One side Lincoln almost pulled off a giant-killing after Rob Street gave them the lead. But Chelsea showed their resilience, responding quickly in the second half with goals from Tyrique George and Facundo Buonanotte to seal their passage into the next round.
Brighton 6–0 Barnsley
The Seagulls produced the most eye-catching scoreline of the night. Diego Gomez bagged four goals in a stunning display, while Barnsley simply had no answers. Brighton’s ruthless attacking performance made them the standout winners of the day.
Burnley 1–2 Cardiff City
In one of the night’s upsets, Championship side Cardiff shocked Premier League outfit Burnley. A resilient and clinical performance saw Cardiff book their place in the fourth round, leaving Burnley disappointed on home turf.
Fulham 1–0 Cambridge United
Fulham got the job done, but just barely. A solitary goal was enough to see off Cambridge and ensure the Cottagers remain in the competition.
Wolverhampton Wanderers 2–0 Everton
Everton’s struggles continued as Wolves secured a convincing 2–0 victory. Goals from Munetsi and Arokodare knocked David Moyes’ side out of the competition.
Wrexham 2–0 Reading
The fairytale continues for Wrexham. The Welsh club produced a solid performance to eliminate Reading, reaching the fourth round for the first time in decades — a proud moment for their fans.
Wycombe Wanderers 2–0 Wigan
Wycombe controlled proceedings and comfortably dispatched Wigan to progress. Another lower-league side proving their quality on cup night.
What’s Next in the Carabao Cup?
The next round promises even more excitement with fixtures such as:
- Huddersfield vs Manchester City
- Newcastle vs Bradford City
- Tottenham vs Doncaster
- Port Vale vs Arsenal
Final Thoughts
Today’s Carabao Cup action had everything: late drama at Anfield, Lincoln pushing Chelsea to the edge, Brighton’s six-goal statement, and Cardiff’s upset over Burnley. With Wrexham’s fairytale run still alive, the competition is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in years.
Stay tuned — the next round will only turn up the heat!