A last-gasp blow… Arsenal knock out Chelsea and reach the final

Arsenal booked their place in the EFL Cup final after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the second leg of the semi-final at the Emirates Stadium.

The Gunners entered the match with an advantage following their 3-2 win at Stamford Bridge in the first leg, sealing qualification with a 4-2 aggregate score.

The game was evenly contested, with few clear chances and strong performances from both goalkeepers, alongside controversial refereeing moments as both sides appealed for penalties that were ultimately waved away.

Arsenal waited until the dying moments to decide the tie, as Kai Havertz scored the winning goal in the seventh minute of added time (90+7), capitalizing on a precise assist from Declan Rice.

Arsenal will now face the winner of Manchester City vs Newcastle in the final, with the second leg scheduled for Wednesday, following City’s 2-0 victory in the first leg.