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Liverpool secures Carabao Cup quarter-final after shootout win over Chelsea

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Liverpool secures Carabao Cup quarter-final after shootout win over Chelsea

Summary

Liverpool advanced to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals following a tense 1-1 draw and a 6-5 victory in the penalty shootout against Chelsea on Wednesday. The match took place at Anfield, where both teams displayed competitive spirit throughout regulation time. Liverpool's winning streak now extends to five matches across all competitions. Youngster Rio Ngumoha, reflecting on the win, emphasized the team's confidence as they prepare for their upcoming Premier League clash against Arsenal this weekend.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool and Chelsea drew 1-1 before Liverpool won the shootout 6-5.
•The win sends Liverpool to the quarter-finals against AFC Bournemouth.
•Rio Ngumoha expressed confidence as the team focuses on Arsenal next.
•Liverpool's current winning streak is five matches across all competitions.
•Andoni Iraola made seven changes to the lineup for the Chelsea match.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool wonderkid Rio Ngumoha sets sights on Arsenal after dramatic Carabao Cup triumph

What they're saying

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Liverpool's sensational youngster Rio Ngumoha has shifted his focus to the upcoming Premier League battle against Arsenal following a high-stakes victory at Anfield. The Reds secured their spot in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals after a tense penalty shootout win over Chelsea on Wednesday night.
— Yahoo Sports

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