- Arsenal, who had been chasing an unprecedented four trophies this season, were left stunned
- The victory marks Guardiola’s 40th career trophy
Manchester City claimed the Carabao Cup in dramatic fashion, defeating Arsenal in a tense final that saw the Gunners’ hopes of a historic quadruple slip away at the decisive moment.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the match turned on a costly error involving Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, whose late mistake allowed City to capitalize and seal victory.
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Arsenal, who had been chasing an unprecedented four trophies this season, were left stunned as their ambitions unraveled on the big stage.

For Manchester City, the triumph adds yet another piece of silverware to an already dominant era under manager Pep Guardiola. The Spaniard’s tactical precision and squad depth once again proved decisive in a high-stakes encounter.
The victory marks Guardiola’s 40th career trophy, further cementing his legacy as one of football’s most successful managers. His remarkable haul spans three European giants:
- With FC Barcelona: 14 trophies, including two UEFA Champions League titles and three La Liga crowns
- With Bayern Munich: 7 trophies, highlighted by three Bundesliga titles
- With Manchester City: 19 trophies, including six Premier League titles and now five Carabao Cups

City’s latest success also reinforces their dominance in English football, with Guardiola continuing to build a dynasty defined by consistency and silverware.
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