Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has issued a public challenge to his forward line, demanding they provide more support to a midfield that has come under heavy fire. The Reds boss is looking for an immediate response after his side were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Fulham at Anfield on Saturday.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has praised the flourishing partnership between Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers following their match-winning impact against Leeds United. The Blues boss believes their long-standing friendship, dating back to their Manchester City academy days, is acting as a catalyst for Chelsea's attacking improvement.
Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco expressed delight after Chelsea scored six second-half goals to secure a wild 6-3 comeback win over Leeds United. The duo praised Xabi Alonso's impactful halftime changes as the Blues booked their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round.
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has heaped praise on Xabi Alonso’s decision to sign Danny Welbeck following Chelsea’s thrilling Carabao Cup comeback against Leeds United. The veteran striker netted twice in a dramatic 6-3 victory, proving he still has plenty to offer the Blues both on and off the pitch.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has taken full responsibility for a disjointed performance that saw his side fall two goals behind against Leeds United before rallying for a remarkable Carabao Cup victory. The Blues boss admitted he made life "too difficult" for his rotated squad after making nine changes for the midweek clash at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea survived a massive scare in the Carabao Cup third round as they roared back from two goals down to secure a chaotic 6-3 victory over Leeds. Despite providing three crucial assists off the bench to orchestrate the revival, £117 million signing Morgan Rogers watched his close friend Cole Palmer walk away with the Player of the Match accolade. The playmaker playfully slammed the decision as 'criminal', sparking a hilarious post-match exchange between the team-mates.
Chelsea staged a stunning second-half comeback at Stamford Bridge, scoring four goals in 12 minutes to beat Leeds United 6-3 in the Carabao Cup third round. Trailing 1-0 at the break, Xabi Alonso made four half-time substitutions as Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto turned the frantic nine-goal thriller upside down.
Xabi Alonso has delivered a ruthless assessment of Chelsea’s squad depth by banishing one of the club's most expensive young prospects from first-team duties. The Spaniard, who has enjoyed a mixed start to life at Stamford Bridge, made it clear that certain players will have to look elsewhere for minutes as he refines his tactical project in west London.
JJ Gabriel is playing a patient waiting game at Manchester United, with the 15-year-old wonderkid hoping to make his senior breakthrough at some point in the not too distant future. He did figure in a friendly fixture during the summer of 2026, but Red Devils legend Andy Cole has told GOAL that a competitive bow for the talented teenager “might not be this season”.
Joe Willock scored a late winner as Newcastle United survived a scare against Championship side Millwall to reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup. Matthias Jaissle's side struggled to fire in front of goal before the midfielder finally broke the deadlock at the Den.
Crystal Palace comfortably booked their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round with a convincing 3-0 victory over Middlesbrough at Selhurst Park. A Jorgen Strand Larsen double and a sublime Daichi Kamada chip sealed a dominant evening for Pierre Sage’s rotated side.
Bournemouth secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Lincoln City in the EFL Cup third round to earn Marco Rose his first competitive win as manager. A remarkable Ryan Christie hat-trick and a late Rayan strike comfortably booked the Cherries' place in the fourth round.
Crystal Palace are finally set to welcome Cheick Doucoure back to senior competitive action after a gruelling 20-month recovery period. The Mali international has endured a nightmare run with serious injuries, but manager Pierre Sage has confirmed he will feature in the club's upcoming Carabao Cup fixture.
Manchester City full-back Nico O'Reilly has revealed how he's determined to win all four trophies on offer with Enzo Maresca's side this season. Speaking exclusively to Adebayo Akinfenwa on a special episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast after he received his PFA Young Player of the Year award, the England defender opened up on his goals for the 2026-27 campaign and has agreed to perform a 'Beast Mode' celebration when he next finds the net.
The English Football League has fiercely criticised UEFA following a major scheduling clash between the Carabao Cup and the Champions League. Frustrating fixture changes have impacted five domestic matches, moving several crucial ties including Liverpool's heavyweight clash with Tottenham. The EFL has publicly blamed European football's organisers for failing to accommodate domestic calendar constraints.
Cole Palmer has credited Xabi Alonso for unlocking his true potential at Chelsea, suggesting that he was tactically shackled by his previous managers at Stamford Bridge. The England international enjoyed a stellar performance in Monday's victory over Fulham, finding the net and showcasing a level of freedom he claims was absent during the previous campaign.
Danny Welbeck made an immediate impact on his Chelsea debut by scoring the opening goal in a 2-0 Carabao Cup victory over Luton Town. The 35-year-old striker expressed his delight at seizing the opportunity at Stamford Bridge, hailing the special milestone and backing the club's ambitious project following his summer arrival from Brighton.
Xabi Alonso has broken his silence regarding the sudden exclusion of Enzo Fernandez from the Chelsea squad, sparking fresh speculation over the midfielder's future at Stamford Bridge. Despite earlier indications that the World Cup winner would feature in the Carabao Cup, his total absence has left fans questioning a potential move to Manchester City.
Chelsea secured their progression to the next round of the Carabao Cup with a professional 2-0 victory over Luton Town at Stamford Bridge. However, the result was somewhat overshadowed by the high-profile absence of Enzo Fernandez from the matchday squad.
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has challenged marquee signing Savio to add regular goals to his game following an impressive debut in Wednesday's 5-1 Carabao Cup rout of Charlton Athletic. The £85m Brazilian winger came off the bench to score late on, but his manager insisted he must reach double figures to be considered elite.
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