Chelsea misses key penalties as Liverpool advances in shoot-out

Liverpool defeated Chelsea in a penalty shoot-out to progress in the Carabao Cup on October 28, 2026, after a tense match ended level. Chelsea's Wesley Fofana ultimately missed a crucial penalty, which allowed Liverpool to secure the victory. The match saw both teams trade missed opportunities, with Chelsea's debutant Emmanuel Emegha also having his effort saved. Liverpool will now face Bournemouth in the quarter-finals, following their fifth consecutive victory. Head coach Andoni Iraola noted the growing momentum within the Liverpool side after a challenging match that included a missed penalty by Kostas Tsimikas early in the shoot-out.

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