Arsenal eliminated from Carabao Cup by Fleetwood Town in penalties

Arsenal was eliminated from the Carabao Cup after losing to League Two side Fleetwood Town on penalties at Highbury Stadium on October 27. The match featured a dramatic late moment when Arsenal's Max Dowman was sent off after a lashing out, leading to a penalty shootout. Arsenal initially equalized in the second half with a goal from Viktor Gyökeres but missed critical penalties, including one from Bruno Guimarães. Following the defeat, Mikel Arteta expressed frustration with Dowman's actions. Arsenal had rotated their squad significantly for the match, providing opportunities to several academy graduates.

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