Manchester City and Liverpool advance in the English League Cup

Manchester City and Liverpool advanced to the quarter-finals of the English League Cup after penalty shootouts against Brighton and Chelsea, respectively. City drew 2-2 with Brighton before winning 4-3 on penalties, while Liverpool tied 1-1 with Chelsea and triumphed 6-5 in the shootout. Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and Sunderland also secured their spots in the next round. Bournemouth achieved a surprising 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, Crystal Palace won 1-0 against Fulham, and Sunderland defeated Brentford 3-2. The final team to qualify will be determined in a match between Everton and Newcastle.