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Joe Gomez shines as Liverpool edges Chelsea in Carabao Cup shootout

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Joe Gomez shines as Liverpool edges Chelsea in Carabao Cup shootout

Summary

Liverpool triumphed over Chelsea in a penalty shootout during the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night. The match concluded after a tense sudden death scenario, with Joe Gomez successfully converting his penalty kick. Gomez's performance was noted for his reliability at right-back, winning seven duels and contributing significantly throughout the match. His impressive display earned him an 8/10 rating from a Liverpool Echo reporter. Juventus forward Wesley Fofana missed his penalty attempt after Gomez scored, sealing Liverpool's advancement in the tournament.

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•Liverpool advanced in the Carabao Cup after a penalty shootout win.
•Joe Gomez scored and won seven duels against Chelsea.
•Wesley Fofana missed his penalty for Chelsea.
•Gomez received an 8/10 rating for his performance.
•The match took place on October 28, 2026.

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Lewis Steele saluted one Liverpool player who ‘rarely puts a foot wrong’ after the Reds’ penalty shootout triumph over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.The tie was eventually settle...
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