Arsenal vs Chelsea: Havertz Late Goal Sends Gunners to EFL Cup Final

Wembley Bound Gunners Arsenal have secured their spot in the 2026 Carabao Cup final after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Chelsea

Aggregate Score Victory Following a 3-2 win in the first leg, Mikel Arteta’s side advances with a solid 4-2 aggregate lead.

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Havertz Stuns Former Club Kai Havertz became the hero of the night, scoring the winning goal in the 97th minute against his old team.

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Clinical Counter-Attack The goal came from a lightning-fast break led by Declan Rice, who provided a perfect assist for Havertz

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Chelsea’s Missed ChancesDespite having 56 percent possession, Chelsea struggled to break down Arsenal’s world-class defensive line

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No Saka or OdegaardThe Gunners managed this crucial victory even without their star duo, as both were sidelined with minor injuries.

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