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Italy v Northern Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs

UEFA slammed for 'pointless' Wales vs N. Ireland clash

Former Northern Ireland international Chris Brunt has sensationally hit out at UEFA over the scheduling of what he describes as a "pointless" friendly against Wales. Both nations saw their World Cup dreams extinguished during the play-off semi-finals, yet they are still required to travel to Cardiff for a fixture that has no bearing on tournament qualification.

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Kulusevski: I won't be the same player

Tottenham's creative spark Dejan Kulusevski is finally ready to put his injury nightmare behind him. The Swedish international has been on the sidelines since May 2025, after suffering a right kneecap injury against Crystal Palace. What was originally diagnosed as a minor setback that would only require a few weeks of rest turned into a gruelling, months-long period of rehabilitation and frustration for the former Juventus man.

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Klopp enjoys Liverpool return

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp made an emotional return to the Anfield dugout on Saturday, joining Sir Kenny Dalglish for a special Legends charity match. The German, who spent eight-and-a-half years on Merseyside, was greeted with a hero's welcome as he faced off against another of his former clubs, Borussia Dortmund.

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Wirtz criticism unjustified, says Nagelsmann

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has leapt to the defence of Florian Wirtz, insisting that the heavy criticism aimed at the attacker following his move to Liverpool has been unfair. The young playmaker has struggled to consistently find his best form since arriving at Anfield, leading to questions over his adaptation to the Premier League.

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Barca to pick between Spurs & Inter defenders

Barcelona are already planning for the 2026-27 season with sporting director Deco identifying the heart of the defence as a key area for reinforcement. While a move for a marquee forward remains the top priority, the club have shortlisted two high-profile defenders to bolster Hansi Flick's backline.

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Nottingham Forest FC Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD8

Dyche laughs off Spurs rumours after pub encounter

With Igor Tudor's position at Tottenham looking increasingly precarious following a dismal run of form, Sean Dyche's name has been brought into the conversation. The ex-Everton boss has responded to the speculation, laughing off the rumours as he drank a pint of Guinness in a pub.

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League Cup, fixtures & results

Monday 1 December
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Tuesday 27 January
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Monday 2 February
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Saturday 14 March
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Standings

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Arsenal crestArsenal31217361223970
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W
W
W
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2Manchester City crestManchester City30187560283261
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W
W
W
3Manchester United crestManchester United311510656431355
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W
L
W
W
4Aston Villa crestAston Villa3116694237554
W
L
L
L
D
5Liverpool crestLiverpool31147105042849
L
D
L
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Frequently asked questions

Merseyside team Liverpool hold the record for most League cup titles in history with 10 title wins to their name. Their most recent came in 2024 as they defeated Chelsea in the final.

The English Football League Cup, better known as the EFL Cup, Carabao Cup, or simply League Cup, features 92 teams in total. The competition consists of seven rounds to determine the winner. The first-ever edition of the EFL Cup took place in the 1960-61 season.

Former Welsh international and Liverpool legend Ian Rush holds the record for most appearances in the league cup. Rush featured in 80 League Cup games playing for three different English clubs.

Ian Rush holds the record for most goals in the League Cup. Rush has scored a total of 49 goals in 80 appearances in the competition.

Kevin Poole is the oldest player to feature in the League Cup. He achieved this feat while playing for Burton Albion at the age of 46 years and 21 days in 2009.

Harvey Elliott is the youngest player to have featured in the League Cup at the age of 15 years and 174 days, achieving the feat while playing for Fulham in 2018.

The League Cup has witnessed many legendary players over the years. The list includes the likes of Eden Hazard, Steven gerrard, Alan Shearer, Ian Rush, Wayne Rooney, Sergio Aguero, John Terry, Theirry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Jamie Vardy, among many more.

Some of the most notable managers to have featured in the League Cup are Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho, Claudio Ranieri, Jurgen Klopp, Antonio Conte, etc.