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Liverpool Triumphs Over Chelsea in League Cup Shoot-Out; Man City Advances

October 28, 2026 • 2 hours ago •

LIVERPOOL: Liverpool secured a thrilling victory against Chelsea in a penalty shoot-out to advance to the League Cup quarter-finals, while defending champions Manchester City narrowly escaped elimination against Brighton and Hove Albion on Wednesday night.

The match at Anfield saw Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp face off against childhood friend Xabi Alonso, who now manages Chelsea. After a tense 1-1 draw in regulation time, the match proceeded to penalties. Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers opened the scoring from the spot, but Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo equalized with a penalty just before halftime.

In the shoot-out, Chelsea’s Valentin Barco struck the post, and Liverpool’s Kostas Tsimikas missed a chance to clinch victory by shooting over the bar. However, Liverpool’s Joe Gomez converted his penalty, while Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana’s miscue allowed Liverpool to progress. This defeat marks Alonso’s third loss in three managerial visits to Anfield.

Looking ahead, Liverpool’s victory sets them up for a strong push in the tournament, while Manchester City will need to address their recent struggles as they prepare for their next fixture. The League Cup continues to be a crucial competition for clubs aiming for silverware this season.

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