Carabao Cup quarter-final draw: Chelsea to play Newcastle, Liverpool v West Ham United.
The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw has delivered an array of thrilling fixtures, promising football enthusiasts a feast of excitement. Some of England’s top clubs are set to clash in a quest for cup glory.
Carabao Cup draw in detail.
Newcastle United, fresh from their stunning 3-0 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford in the round of 16, are set to face Premier League giants Chelsea. The Magpies’ impressive run also includes a 1-0 win over Manchester City in the third round, making them a force to be reckoned with in this competition. Chelsea, on the other hand, advanced to the quarter-finals by defeating Blackburn Rovers 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.
Everton, who dominated Burnley with a convincing 3-0 win at Goodison Park, will lock horns with Fulham, who overcame Championship high-flyers Ipswich Town 3-1 at Portman Road.
Liverpool, keen to continue their quest for silverware, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory away to Bournemouth. They will face West Ham United, who sealed an impressive victory over Arsenal at the London Stadium.
In a heartwarming turn of events, League One’s Port Vale, celebrating their first-ever appearance in the quarter-finals, will host Championship side Middlesbrough.
Middlesbrough earned their place in this stage by beating Exeter 3-2. Port Vale’s journey to the quarter-finals was highlighted by a 1-0 victory over Mansfield Town on Tuesday.
One exciting twist is that, thanks to this draw, there is a guarantee of at least one English Football League club making it to the semi-finals, promising to keep the competition’s spirit alive.
Carabao Cup Quarter-final draw in full
- Everton v Fulham
- Chelsea v Newcastle United
- Port Vale v Middlesbrough
- Liverpool v West Ham United.
The Carabao Cup quarter-final showdowns are scheduled to take place during the week of December 18. Football fans around the world are eagerly awaiting these fixtures, anticipating incredible displays of skill and determination as the quest for the Carabao Cup intensifies
