Arsenal eliminated from the English League Cup by fourth-tier club

Arsenal was eliminated from the League Cup by Fleetwood Town after a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Mikel Arteta fielded a team with many new players, but Fleetwood took the lead with a goal from Aaron Loupalo-Bi. Viktor Gyökeres equalized for Arsenal, yet despite numerous chances, the match ended in a draw. In the penalty shootout, Fleetwood converted all their attempts, marking their first advancement to the quarter-finals of the League Cup and creating a significant upset in English football.