Eight-Time Winners Manchester City to Meet Holders Newcastle in Carabao Cup Semi-Finals

Manchester City and holders Newcastle United have booked their spots in the Carabao Cup semi-finals after thrilling quarter-final wins. Eight-time winners City overcame Brentford 2-0 at the Etihad, while Newcastle edged past Fulham 2-1 at St. James’ Park.

Manchester City 2–0 Brentford

City returned to the Carabao Cup semi-finals for the first time since 2021, thanks to Rayan Cherki’s spectacular thunderbolt and a deflected strike from Savinho.

Rayan Cherki 32’’ – Collected the ball on the edge of the box, cut inside, and fired a brilliant shot into the top corner.

Savinho 67’ – A deflected effort looped over Brentford goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson to seal the win.

Brentford had early chances, including a strong drive from Kristoffer Ajer, but could not find the target. Controversy arose when Abdukodir Khusanov tripped Kevin Schade on a potential goal-scoring chance, but referee Sam Barrott awarded only a yellow card, with no VAR in play.

Newcastle United 2–1 Fulham

Holders Newcastle kept their title defense alive with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Fulham.

Yoane Wissa 10’ – Opened the scoring with his first goal for Newcastle, slotting home from close range.

Sasa Lukic 16’ – Equalised for Fulham with a precise header from inside the box.

Lewis Miley 90+2′ – Sealed the win for Newcastle with a late header, sending the hosts into the semi-finals.

Newcastle’s victory ensured the Magpies continue their impressive domestic campaign, aiming to retain the trophy they won last season by beating Liverpool.

Road to the Semi-Finals

Manchester City vs Newcastle United: Eight-time Carabao Cup champions City face holders Newcastle in a highly anticipated semi-final clash.

Chelsea vs Arsenal/Crystal Palace: The other semi-final will see Chelsea take on either Arsenal or Crystal Palace, following a rescheduled quarter-final due to Palace’s Europa Conference League commitments.

City and Newcastle will now battle for a place in the final, with both sides boasting attacking talent and a history of cup success.