EFL CUP: Havertz’s last-gasp strike sends Arsenal into Carabao cup final

Arsenal secured their place in the Carabao Cup final after edging Chelsea 1–0 on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium, completing a 4–2 aggregate victory in their semi-final tie, Sport360NG reports.

The contest was finely balanced for much of the evening, with both sides prioritising structure and discipline in a match that produced few clear openings. Just as extra time loomed, the breakthrough arrived in dramatic fashion during the final minute of stoppage time.

Introduced from the bench, Kai Havertz capitalised on late pressure to steer home the decisive goal, sparking wild celebrations among the home supporters and settling the tie.

The late strike underlined Arsenal’s persistence in what had largely been a tactical battle, with neither team willing to take unnecessary risks. That moment proved enough to see Arsenal progress, extending their aggregate advantage and ending Chelsea’s cup run.

For Chelsea, the defeat brings semi-final disappointment despite a resilient display over the two legs, as their hopes of lifting silverware this season were extinguished.

Mikel Arteta’s side will now turn their attention to Wembley, where they await their opponents in the final, aiming to convert this narrow but decisive victory into another major trophy.