Premier League leaders Arsenal and Manchester City will momentarily set aside their domestic title race to contest the Carabao Cup final. The top two teams in the league have also proven to be the strongest in this national cup competition and will face off on Sunday, ahead of their highly anticipated Premier League clash scheduled for April 19.
The global football community is keenly awaiting this final, given the high profile of both contenders. While some observers lean towards Arsenal as slight favorites due to their stronger showings in the Premier League and Champions League, few would completely rule out Manchester City. The Citizens boast greater experience and arguably superior squad depth compared to Arsenal, an outfit that has occasionally faced criticism for its perceived over-reliance on set-pieces to secure narrow victories.
The decisive EFL Cup clash will take place at the iconic Wembley Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, at 16:30 GMT (17:30 CET).
EFL Cup History and Past Winners
In terms of EFL Cup history, Manchester City holds the second-highest number of titles, trailing only Liverpool. The Citizens last lifted the trophy in the 2020/21 season, completing an impressive run of four consecutive victories. Arsenal, by contrast, has only won the competition twice, in 1987 and 1993. Liverpool are the current holders of the trophy.
It’s also worth noting that the FA Cup, often considered more prestigious than the EFL Cup, is still in its quarter-final stages. These matches are scheduled for April 4 and 5, with potential fixtures including Manchester City against Liverpool and Arsenal facing Southampton.
So, who do you predict will emerge victorious in this EFL Cup final?