Tottenham Edges Past Manchester United in Seven-Goal Thriller to Reach EFL Cup Semifinals
20/12/2024
By RSR Málaga, 20 December
Tottenham Hotspur secured their spot in the Carabao Cup semifinals after a nail-biting 4-3 victory over Manchester United in London. The match, filled with drama and goals, saw Spurs nearly squander a 3-0 lead before holding on to advance.
Goals Galore in North London
Tottenham stormed to a commanding lead with goals from Dominic Solanke (15', 54') and Dejan Kulusevski (46'). However, Manchester United launched a spirited comeback with strikes from Joshua Zirkzee (63') and Amad Diallo (70'), reducing the deficit to 3-2.
The tension escalated as Son Heung-min scored directly from a corner in the 88th minute, seemingly sealing the match at 4-2. Yet, United refused to give up, with Jonny Evans finding the net in the 95th minute to make it 4-3. Despite their efforts, time ran out for the Red Devils to complete the comeback.
Setbacks for United, Momentum for Spurs
This defeat halts Manchester United's recent momentum, following their remarkable derby comeback against Manchester City last Sunday. The loss highlights defensive frailties and inconsistency for a United side aiming for silverware.
For Tottenham, the win showcases resilience under pressure and sets up a challenging semifinal clash against Liverpool, a team in formidable form.
Semifinal Matchups Confirmed
The Carabao Cup semifinals promise thrilling encounters as Tottenham faces Liverpool, while Arsenal takes on Newcastle. The two-legged ties will commence during the week of 6 January, with the decisive second legs scheduled for the week of 3 February.
Key Stats and Highlights
- Tottenham Scorers: Dominic Solanke (15', 54'), Dejan Kulusevski (46'), Son Heung-min (88').
- Manchester United Scorers: Joshua Zirkzee (63'), Amad Diallo (70'), Jonny Evans (90+5').
- Semifinal Pairings:
- Tottenham vs Liverpool
- Arsenal vs Newcastle
