Manchester City claimed the 2026 Carabao Cup with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, March 22. The win marks the club's ninth League Cup triumph and delivers the first major trophy of the 2025-26 season to manager Pep Guardiola.
Midfielder Nico O'Reilly was the match-winner, scoring both goals with headers in the second half. His first came in the 58th minute, followed by a second just four minutes later, effectively sealing the result for the reigning Premier League champions.
The victory extends Manchester City's domestic dominance and applies immediate pressure on Arsenal, who are also locked in a tight title race with City in the Premier League. Guardiola's animated celebration on the touchline underscored the significance of the win for his squad's momentum.
Arsenal, managed by Mikel Arteta, struggled to break down a disciplined City defense and failed to register a shot on target in the final. The defeat is a setback for their ambitions of ending the season with silverware.
