Fleetwood Town have secured a historic place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals after becoming the first League Two side to reach the last eight of the competition. The Blackpool-based club achieved this milestone by stunning Premier League champions Arsenal on penalties on Tuesday, a result that cements their status as the lowest-ranked team remaining in the tournament. Their next opponent will be determined on Thursday when Everton host Newcastle United at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in the final fourth-round fixture.
League Two side’s historic run continues as they await fourth-round decider result
The quarter-final draw is set to deliver a significant contrast in league status, with Fleetwood preparing to face either the Toffees or the Magpies at Highbury. This potential matchup highlights the unpredictable nature of the FA Cup’s sister competition, where lower-league sides can challenge the sport’s elite. Meanwhile, the rest of the bracket features a mix of Premier League heavyweights and underdogs, setting the stage for a competitive last eight.
In the other quarter-final ties, holders Manchester City will host Bradford City at the Etihad Stadium, having also required a penalty shootout to eliminate Brighton in the previous round. The remaining fixtures are entirely Premier League affairs, with Liverpool hosting Bournemouth after their own penalty victory over Chelsea, and Crystal Palace taking on Sunderland at Selhurst Park. These matchups complete the final eight, ensuring a blend of tactical battles and potential upsets as the competition progresses.
Source: BBC Sport
