Manchester City outclassed Arsenal to seal their place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals as Mikel Arteta’s squad rotation came back to haunt him. Captain Fernandinho saw a long-range drive deflected behind for a corner soon after as City dominated the opening exchanges. City continued to press and keep their foot on the gas throughout the first half but it would be Arsenal who equalised out of nowhere. He raced through in an attempt to reach a Joe Willock pass but was beaten to the ball by Steffen and went down seemingly in agony. While City continue on their quest to win a fourth consecutive Carabao Cup crown, Arsenal must now prepare for a London derby at home to Chelsea on Stephen's Day.

Source: Irish Independent December 22, 2020 22:14 UTC