Nico O'Reilly extends Arsenal trophy drought as Man City win Carabao Cup - 5 talking pointsARSENAL 0-2 MANCHESTER CITY: Pep Guardiola's side won the first trophy of the season as Nico O'Reilly's second-half doubled secured them the Carabao Cup at Wembley as the Gunners are left to lick their woundsView 4 Images Man City star Nico O'Reilly took centre stage as they downed Arsenal to claim the Carabao CupManchester City claimed the Carabao Cup and, in the process almighty boost, as they got the better of Arsenal to win the season's first trophy. ‌O'Reilly, now a fixture in the England set-up, headed home from a matter of yards to ignite the final. City have often used the Carabao Cup as a springboard to greater things. Well 2026 heralded the Nico O'Reilly final as the left-back, who has enjoyed a breakout 18 months, found himself in the right place at the right time twice in quick succession. Kepa callThe Arsenal goalkeeper likes to make himself front and centre in Carabao Cup finals - not always for the right reasons.

Source: Daily Mirror March 22, 2026 18:42 UTC