Liverpool is poised for a potential 14th appearance in the Carabao Cup final.
In the upcoming Carabao Cup semi-finals, Liverpool is set to clash with Fulham, while Chelsea will take on Middlesbrough.
Liverpool, managed by Jurgen Klopp, secured their semi-final spot with a commanding 5-1 victory over West Ham on Wednesday. Fulham, meanwhile, edged out Everton in a tense penalty shootout the previous day.
Chelsea also advanced through a penalty shootout, overcoming Newcastle, while Middlesbrough’s journey saw them defeat Port Vale with a solid 3-0 win, reminiscent of their 1998 final clash.
The semi-final fixtures are scheduled over two legs, beginning in the week of January 8 and concluding in the week of January 22.
Liverpool is chasing their 10th title in this competition, having first emerged victorious in 1981, and are now on the brink of their 14th final.
Marco Silva’s Fulham are set for their inaugural semi-final in this tournament, heading to Anfield for the first leg. Their last significant semi-final was in the 2010 Europa League, where they eventually reached the final.
On the other hand, Championship team Middlesbrough will host Chelsea in their first leg, marking their first semi-final appearance since their 2004 triumph, which remains their sole major trophy.
Chelsea, victorious in both the 1997 FA Cup and the 1998 League Cup against Middlesbrough, aim to claim their sixth Carabao Cup title, their first trophy since winning the 2021 Club World Cup in February of the previous year.
The grand finale of the competition is scheduled at Wembley Stadium for Sunday, 25 February.
EFL Cup Semi-Final Pairings:
Liverpool vs Fulham
Middlesbrough vs Chelsea
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Carabao Cup Semi-Finals
Who are the teams competing in the Carabao Cup semi-finals?
Liverpool will face Fulham, and Chelsea will take on Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
When will the Carabao Cup semi-finals be played?
The semi-final matches are scheduled over two legs, with the first set to commence in the week of January 8 and the second in the week of January 22.
What is Liverpool’s history in the Carabao Cup?
Liverpool is aiming for their 14th final appearance in the Carabao Cup and is seeking their 10th victory in the competition, with their first win dating back to 1981.
Has Fulham reached the Carabao Cup semi-finals before?
This is Fulham’s first appearance in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Their last major semi-final was in the 2010 Europa League.
What is the significance of the Middlesbrough vs Chelsea match?
Middlesbrough is in the semi-finals for the first time since their 2004 victory, which remains their only major trophy. Chelsea, having defeated Middlesbrough in both the 1997 FA Cup and 1998 League Cup finals, aims for their sixth Carabao Cup title.
Where and when is the Carabao Cup final scheduled?
The Carabao Cup final is scheduled to be played at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, 25 February.
More about Carabao Cup Semi-Finals
- Carabao Cup Official Website
- Liverpool FC News
- Fulham FC Latest Updates
- Chelsea FC Official News
- Middlesbrough FC News
- EFL Cup History and Records
- Wembley Stadium Event Details
7 comments
wow, liverpool vs fulham, that’s gonna be one heck of a match! can’t wait to see klopp’s strategy this time around
I’m betting the final’s gonna be Liverpool vs Chelsea, a classic showdown. What do you guys think?
Love the throwback to the 1998 final, really puts things into perspective. Ah, the nostalgia!
Go Fulham! It’s time for an upset, let’s show them what we’re made of!
Got my tickets for the final at Wembley, can’t wait! It’s gonna be epic, no matter who makes it.
Chelsea all the way! Boro won’t know what hit ’em. It’s high time we bag another trophy.
interesting match-ups, but are we really surprised? the big teams always seem to make it through…