Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou playfully responded to Liverpool boss Arne Slot’s praise of his attacking style, quoting Monty Python. Despite facing criticism, Postecoglou remains committed to his philosophy, emphasizing his desire to win while playing exciting football. He believes his approach aligns with the club’s and many fans’ expectations, even amid recent inconsistent results.
Results for: Carabao Cup
Tottenham Hotspur edged Manchester United 4-3 in a thrilling Carabao Cup clash despite goalkeeper Fraser Forster’s two errors. Manager Ange Postecoglou defended his goalkeeper and playing style, emphasizing the team’s overall positive performance and long-term vision. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag provided insights into omitting Marcus Rashford and analyzed the match, acknowledging a decisive eight-minute period that cost his side the victory.
Liverpool beat Southampton 2-1 in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals to reach the semi-finals for the third time in four seasons. Goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott secured the win for the Reds, despite a late goal from Southampton’s Cameron Archer. Liverpool will now face either Arsenal, Newcastle, or the winner of Tottenham vs Manchester United in the semi-finals.
Newcastle United secured a comfortable 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon in the Carabao Cup third round, setting up a fourth-round clash against Chelsea. Fabian Schar’s penalty in first-half stoppage time proved decisive, earning Newcastle a win that was far more dominant than the scoreline suggests.