The game had little cause for interest, but Arsenal’s mission was accomplished. This phrase could well summarize the season of Mikel Arteta’s team, but it refers to the Tuesday’s game between Arsenal and Chelseafor the League Cup (Carabao Cup), at the Emirates stadium.
The two teams canceled each other out and were unable to score during the 90 minutes. In stoppage time, with Chelsea on the attack, Kai Havertz scored against his former team and extended the aggregate to 4-2. Arsenal’s defensive organization prevented the ‘Blues’ from being able to threaten, except for Enzo Fernández’s shot from outside the box.
Pedro Neto was left off the game sheet for failing fitness tests before the game, according to the British press. Former Sporting Viktor Gyokeres played 60 minutes for Arsenal, without much shine.
Arsenal were, as always, dangerous in the corners. However, Liam Rosenior opted for an interesting tactic to counter the Gunners’ famous corners, leaving many men on the counterattack. Furthermore, Hincapié had a very good shot that deserved a worthy response from Robert Sánchez.
Arsenal are the first League Cup finalists, trying to break a 33-year drought without winning this trophy. They haven’t played in the final since 2018. Manchester City and Newcastle are competing for the other place, with the ‘Citizens’ maintaining an advantage (2-0).
