Wed Dec 17 19:00:00 UTC 2025: Carabao Cup Round-Up: City Cruise, Newcastle Draw
Manchester, England: Manchester City secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium in their Carabao Cup clash. Cherki opened the scoring with a stunning curler into the top corner, leaving the Brentford goalkeeper with no chance. City extended their lead in the second half with a deflected shot from Savinho, which looped over the keeper and into the net. Brentford struggled to create clear-cut chances, with City’s defense, led by Khusanov, keeping them at bay.
Newcastle, England: Meanwhile, at St James’ Park, Newcastle United and Fulham played out an entertaining 1-1 draw. Wissa gave Newcastle the lead, pouncing on a rebound after a parried shot. However, Fulham responded quickly with Lukic heading home a cross from Robinson. The game remained open and evenly contested throughout the first half, with both sides creating opportunities but failing to find a decisive goal.
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