Peter Bankes was in charge of the 2026 Carabao Cup final. Source: Getty ImagesHow Manchester City won Carabao Cup finalManchester City scored twice in four minutes through Nico O'Reilly to beat league leaders Arsenal in an enthralling final. The game was cagey for the better part of the evening until Manchester City unlocked a different gear after the break. How Carabao Cup final referee performedThe game went on without any major controversial decisions as Bankes ran a tight ship. Rayan Cherki pulls off disrespectful skillMeanwhile, Rayan Cherki pulled off a disrespectful skill during the Carabao Cup final.

Source: The Star March 23, 2026 03:53 UTC