Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has lauded the bravery of his teenage stars following a dramatic penalty shootout victory against Chelsea at Anfield. The Reds progressed to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals after a 1-1 draw in regulation time, with several academy graduates playing pivotal roles.
Liverpool will host Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, while holders Manchester City take on League One side Bradford City. Fleetwood Town, who knocked Arsenal out on penalties, will welcome Everton or Newcastle United, and Crystal Palace face Sunderland in an all-Premier League tie, with all four games set for the week commencing December 14.
Joe Gomez was the unlikely hero as Liverpool edged past Xabi Alonso's Chelsea 6-5 on penalties to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals following a 1-1 draw at Anfield.
Chelsea exited the Carabao Cup following a dramatic 6-5 penalty shootout loss to Liverpool at Anfield. Despite Morgan Rogers converting from the spot in normal time, Wesley Fofana's missed penalty proved costly in a tense fourth-round encounter.
Manchester City secured their progression in the Carabao Cup following a tense 2-2 draw with Brighton that was decided by a penalty shootout. The match featured standout performances from summer arrivals and youth prospects alike in a high-octane tactical battle at the Etihad.
