EFL ignore Guardiola’s request to change the rules for him
The EFL won’t change its rules ahead of the League Cup final, despite Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola calling on them to help his team out.
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Chelsea boss caught swearing at Arsenal players
Liam Rosenior threw expletives at Arsenal players during the warm-up ahead of his team’s defeat and elimination from the League Cup on Tuesday night.
Arsenal beat Chelsea’s ‘masterplan’ to reach Wembley
Arsenal secure a place at Wembley after edging Chelsea in the League Cup semi final, setting up a final appearance for the first time in six years.
Arsenal-Chelsea ref has already sent off 2 Blues this season
Chelsea are looking to overturn a first-leg defeat to Arsenal in Tuesday’s League Cup semi-final decider, but the appointed referee has already sent off two of their players this season.
Manchester City signing ineligible for League Cup semi & final
Marc Guehi will miss the League Cup final if Manchester City make it to the Wembley showpiece over Newcastle United, and he’s also ineligible for tomorrow’s semi-final second leg.
Arsenal Premier League fixture could be moved depending on Chelsea result
Arsenal’s Premier League trip to Wolves could be moved to February if they reach the Carabao Cup final, following confirmation from the league.
Gyokeres, Rice & Arteta agree Swede can ‘do it more often’ after scoring v Chelsea
Viktor Gyökeres ended his wait for a goal with a strike and assist at Chelsea, then said he can “do it more often” after Arsenal’s 3-2 win.
Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal’s win at Chelsea
Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal’s 3-2 win at Chelsea but admits chances were missed to kill the tie, noting the semi-final is only “half-time”.
Chelsea-Arsenal ref brings mixed omens for Gunners
The EFL have confirmed the match officials for Arsenal’s League Cup semi-final match away to Chelsea on Wednesday night.
Chelsea star remains doubt for Arsenal after appearing to miss training
Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto remain injury doubts to face Arsenal on Wednesday, but Reece James has been involved in training ahead of the game.
Chelsea to make late calls on key injured trio vs Arsenal
Chelsea are set to make late calls on key trio Cole Palmer, Reece James, and Malo Gusto for Wednesday night’s League Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal.
Arsenal confirm new safe-standing plans for Chelsea match
Arsenal have effectively confirmed plans to implement safe standing at the Emirates Stadium by February, announcing their intention to utilise the system when Chelsea visit.
Arsenal star “We’ll go for it”
Kepa Arrizabalaga says the League Cup semi-finals against his former club Chelsea will be tough matches, but he insists Arsenal will be ready.
Arteta confirms Arsenal star ready to start after injury
Gabriel Jesus is ready to start for Arsenal against Crystal Palace on Tuesday, according to Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal set-pieces worry Crystal Palace star after Leeds shambles
Marc Guehi has admitted Arsenal’s set-pieces could be a problem for Crystal Palace, after they conceded four set-piece goals to Leeds United at the weekend.
Key Chelsea starter suspended for semi-final vs Arsenal or Crystal Palace
Arsenal have drawn Chelsea in their potential League Cup semi-final, if they can beat Crystal Palace, but Moises Caicedo will be unavailable for the first leg regardless of the opponent.
Brentford boss insists Manchester City deserved red card
Brentford boss Keith Andrews insists Manchester City should have received a red card in the first half of their League Cup quarter-final tie, with Abdukodir Khusanov lucky to escape with a yellow.
Guardiola makes League Cup decision in Arsenal chase
Pep Guardiola has suggested he’ll rotate for Manchester City’s League Cup quarter-final on Wednesday, implying the Premier League game at the weekend is more important.
Crystal Palace injury update as key man on crutches
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is on crutches with a foot injury, but he should be fit for their League Cup quarter-final against Arsenal after avoiding a fracture.
UEFA reject Palace’s Arsenal fixture plea
UEFA reject Crystal Palace’s bid to move their Conference League match, leaving both clubs with just two days’ rest before their Carabao Cup quarter-final.