Liverpool Edges Chelsea on Penalties to Reach Carabao Cup Quarter-Finals
Liverpool triumphed over Chelsea 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Carabao Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals.
ANFIELD, Oct 29: Liverpool defeated Chelsea 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Carabao Cup fourth round at Anfield on October 28, 2026. This victory secures Liverpool’s place in the quarter-finals, where they will face Bournemouth.
The match began with both teams showing promise, but it was Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers who opened the scoring in the 40th minute, converting a penalty after a foul on Moisés Caicedo. Just three minutes later, Liverpool equalized with a penalty from Cody Gakpo, awarded for a handball by Wesley Fofana.
In the second half, Chelsea started stronger but failed to create significant chances. As Liverpool introduced their key players, the match went into penalties without extra time. During the shootout, Chelsea’s Valentin Barco hit the post, while Liverpool’s Kostas Tsimikas missed the target altogether. Liverpool’s Giorgi Mamardashvili saved Emmanuel Emegha’s attempt, while Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana sent his over the bar, allowing Liverpool to advance.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance and noted the importance of home victories. He emphasized the growth and competitiveness of younger players and stated, “It is a great experience.” Xabi Alonso, Chelsea’s manager, acknowledged the close nature of the match and recognized Liverpool’s solid performance. Alonso remarked, “Every time you reach the penalties, someone will feel it is harsh to go out.”
Following the loss, Chelsea showed resilience throughout the match, with Rogers reflecting, “It is probably the worst way to lose a game.” Liverpool’s victory marks their fifth consecutive success in penalty shootouts against Chelsea.
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