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Road to Wembley: Semi-Final Showdowns

As the Carabao Cup reaches its penultimate stage, anticipation crackles in the winter air. Chelsea, gearing up for a clash with Championship stalwarts Middlesbrough, face a true test of their mettle. Liverpool, on the other hand, with their Anfield fortress as a backdrop, are poised to take on Fulham, after an emphatic routing of West Ham that echoed throughout Merseyside.

Liverpool’s Lethal Line-up

Jurgen Klopp’s men displayed a symphony of attacking football, netting five past the Hammers in a display that underscored their intent to capture the cup. The Red’s frontline, spearheaded by the likes of Salah and Szoboszlai, with Jones delivering a double blow, solidified their status as frontrunners.

Chelsea’s Grit under the Spotlight

Contrasting their counterparts, Chelsea’s journey was a gritty narrative of resilience. The Blues, locked in a taut battle with Newcastle, found redemption in a shootout – a testament to their unyielding spirit, sparked by Mudryk’s last-gasp leveller.

Carrick’s Middlesbrough and Fulham’s Fortitude

Under Carrick’s tutelage, Middlesbrough has risen as the dark horse, effortlessly dispatching Port Vale. Fulham, not to be underestimated, outlasted Everton in a contest decided from the spot, setting the scene for an intriguing semi-final stage.

Echoes of Finals Past

With Liverpool and Chelsea tipped to progress, the spectre of last year’s final looms large, promising a potential repeat of the penalty drama that unfolded at the hallowed Wembley.

Fixture Fever: Dates to Remember

The semi-final’s opening acts are slated for the week of January 8th, with the decisive second legs earmarked for the week commencing January 22nd. Middlesbrough and Liverpool will host the initial encounters, laying the groundwork for what promises to be a Carabao Cup to remember.