"Man City” advanced to the next stage of the League Cup only after a penalty shootout

2026-10-29 00:05 © Alamy

"Manchester City” survived a drama in the fourth round of the League Cup ("Carabao Cup”).

After a penalty shootout, the "Citizens” defeated Brighton. Regular time ended 2–2.

Regular time was highly unpredictable, and Vitor Reis’s goal in the 72nd minute determined the draw and the shootout.

At one point, the "Citizens” were very close to the brink, but Gerónimo Rulli made two saves and the hosts advanced to the next round.

Other results:

"Fulham” 0–1 "Crystal Palace”

"Sunderland” 3–2 "Bournemouth”

"Bournemouth” 3–0 "Aston Villa”