The Carabao Cup semi-final matches have been decided following Tottenham’s win over Manchester United and they, Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle will find out their opponents
Son has Tottenham’s fourth
Early goal for Tottenham – they
Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle have been joined by Tottenham in the final four of the Carabao Cup this evening.
The draw for the semi-finals will take place shortly after Spurs got the better of Manchester United in a seven-goal thriller.
Arsenal reached the semi-finals after a hat-trick from Gabriel Jesus ensured they beat Crystal Palace 3-2, while goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliot earned Liverpool a 2-1 win over Southampton.
A brace from Sandro Tonali and a strike from Fabian Schar saw Newcastle book their place in the final four with a 3-1 victory over Brentford.
Stick with Mirror Football as we bring you all the latest from the draw…
Draw ball numbers and time
We’ll find out our semi-finalists around
Here’s the ball numbers to look out for…
1 -Arsenal
2 -Liverpool
3- Newcastle
4- Tottenham
Tottenham never do it the easy way
As Jamie Redknapp said – “It was a masterclass in how not to see out a game.”
But they edged it.
Tottenham eventually edged a seven-goal thriller
Full-time – Tottenham 4-3 Man Utd
Well, that was mental. Tottenham did a good job of throwing it away, but just about edged an epic contest.
Great viewing for a neutral, not if you’re a fan of either
A seventh goal!
Evans has scored for Man Utd with
They couldn’t, could
Son has Tottenham’s fourth!
It goes all the way in from a corner! The South Korean looks to have got the goal that Tottenham were craving.
OH WOW. Amad makes it 3-2
It is a horror show from the Tottenham goalkeeper.
Forster takes far too long over a clearance and Amad manages to close him down, deflecting his clearance into the goal.
Man Utd lifeline?
Zirkzee, off the bench, has just managed to cut the deficit in north London.
Forster didn’t cover himself in glory as Man Utd were able to give themselves a glimmer of hope.
Tottenham score a third!
This is all over in north London as Solanke scores his second of the night.
They’ve already beaten Man Utd 3-0 this season and Tottenham are on course to do so
Early goal for Tottenham – they double their lead!
They needed less than 60 seconds and Kulusevski has been them in total control of this game.
Madison sent in a low cross, which was only half cleared, and it fell at the feet of the Swede, who finished first time
Back underway at Tottenham
The hosts kick-off and are 45 minutes away from a semi-final.
Half-time in the capital – Tottenham 1-0 Man Utd
The hosts lead at the interval courtesy of Solanke’s opener.
The game remains nicely balanced however with Man Utd having moments, albeit their yet to really bother Forster in the Tottenham goal.
Kulusevski, Madison and co remain a threat up the other
He was on the scoresheet when Tottenham saw off Man Utd at Old Trafford several weeks ago – and is in the goals again.
Tottenham remain in the ascendancy following their opening goal.
Fernandes has been the brighest of the Man Utd players as he looks to get his side back in the game.
Kulusevski had a chance to double Tottenham’s lead, but his effort at the near post was well saved.
Tottenham open the scoring
Tottenham take the lead as Solanke scored for the fourth time running against Man Utd.
Porro has a shot from distanced which is saved, but Solanke is quickest to react as the hosts go in front on the 15 minute mark
Kick-off in north London
Man Utd get us underway as we await to see who our final semi-finalist will be
For Man Utd, there are shoots of positivity under Amorim, and going deep in a tournament would do a lot for the team’s morale.
Tottenham, well, the wait is well documented. We’re currently on 16 years since a trophy, that will soon tick over to 17.
Tottenham vs Man Utd is the final quarter-final of the week
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A repeat of the 2009 final
It’s well documented that Tottenham’s last trophy came in this competition back in 2008.
But a year later they had the chance to retain their crown, eventually losing to Man Utd.
Sir Alex Ferguson’s men held their nerve when the game went to penalties after a 0-0 draw – eventually winning 4-1 in the shootout.
Ange snaps back at second season success comment
The Australian said: “I haven’t reiterated it many times, but if you ask me a question I will answer it. So if you ask me 100 times I will answer it 100 times but I’m not walking around with banners saying, ‘I win things in my second year.’ But ask me the question and I will give you the answer and it is what it is.
Amorim all smiles after derby success
The new manager is looking to build on the dramatic win over Man City on Sunday as the Red Devils look to rebuild their season with a semi-final appearance.
The Man Utd boss has backed his selection calls
Amorim speaks out on Rashford snub
Amorim has claimed that overlooking Rashford has nothing to do with his recent interview, where he opened the door to a possible exit.
He said when quizzed on his forward: “Selection. I chose the players I feel are ready to cope with the demands to play a strong game.”
Arsenal and Newcastle eyeing trophies
Arsenal and Newcastle might be at different steps in their development, but both will believe they can win the Carabao Cup.
The Gunners are perhaps more in need as Mikel Arteta seeks the trophy that may take his team onto greater things.
Newcastle meanwhile are looking to prove they have truly joined the big time as years of Saudi investment – and this could be the tournament that does
Man Utd without Rashford again, Amad only
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 19, 2024
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Holders still in the mix
Liverpool’s success in this competition last term was Jurgen Klopp’s final trophy as manager.
Arne Slot will be hoping to back up that success, but some big hitters are still in the hunt in the form of Arsenal and Tottenham’s
We know three of the four teams who will contest the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Man Utd and Tottenham will battle it out to join them.