Arsenal Beat Crystal Palace on Penalties to Reach Carabao Cup Semi-Finals
Arsenal booked their place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 1–1 draw with Crystal Palace, edging the contest 8–7 on penalties at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners took the lead in normal time after sustained pressure forced an own goal from a Crystal Palace defender, giving Arsenal the advantage and control for large spells of the match.
Crystal Palace refused to back down and were rewarded late in the game when Marc Guéhi found the equaliser in stoppage time, sending the tie straight to a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, both teams showed composure, but Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga proved decisive with a crucial save, helping the Gunners secure an 8–7 victory on penalties.
The win sends Arsenal into the last four of the competition, keeping their hopes of domestic silverware alive as they prepare for a tough semi-final challenge.
Full-Time Score:
Arsenal 1–1 Crystal Palace
Penalty Shootout:
Arsenal won 8–7
Competition:
Carabao Cup (EFL Cup) – Quarter-Final
