Before the Quarter Finals of the Carabao Cup 2024

It is time for the quarter finals of the Carabao Cup 2024, and four exciting matchups await. Several teams in different forms face off in the decisive final stages of the cup, where they can either showcase their best side or fall short of cup dreams. Here you get a summary of the teams and their journey to the quarter finals.

Arsenal vs Crystal Palace

Arsenal comes in with confidence after winning their two previous cup matches without issues. With a 5–1 victory against Bolton and a 3–0 win against Preston, they have shown they can deliver both offensively and defensively. Arsenal is also third in the Premier League, which strengthens their status as favorites. With 17 goals in the league, they have an effective offense, particularly at home where they are unbeaten.

Crystal Palace, on the other hand, has had a somewhat bumpier road to this point but has shown fighting spirit. They defeated Norwich 4–0, took a 2–1 win against QPR, and beat Aston Villa in the Round of 16 by the same score. Despite their success in the cup, Palace has struggled in the Premier League, sitting in a relegation spot. With only one win in the league, their offensive weakness could prove a tough challenge against a solid Arsenal.

Newcastle vs Brentford

Newcastle has had a strong cup run with three consecutive victories. They started with a 1–1 match against Nottingham Forest where they advanced on penalties, followed by a 1–0 victory over AFC Wimbledon and a solid 2–0 win against Chelsea. In the Premier League, Newcastle is in eighth place, and with an even goal difference of 8 scored and 8 conceded, they show stability, especially at home.

Brentford has also performed well in the cup, but their away statistics could create problems. They beat Colchester 1–0, Leyton Orient 3–1, and then won against Sheffield Wednesday on penalties after a 1–1 draw. However, in the Premier League, they have had a challenging season, sitting in thirteenth place and losing all their away matches. Newcastle’s home advantage makes them favorites, although Brentford’s offensive capabilities could give them a chance.

Southampton vs Liverpool

Southampton has shown determination in the cup despite their bottom position in the Premier League. After a high-scoring 5–3 win against Cardiff, they followed up by beating Everton on penalties and winning most recently against Stoke City 3–2. Despite this, they sit last in the Premier League without a single win in nine matches and have struggled especially away from home.

Liverpool comes in as one of the strongest teams in the tournament. They have convincingly won their two previous cup matches – 5–1 against West Ham and 3–2 against Brighton. In league play, Liverpool is in first place and has been particularly strong defensively. They enter as heavy favorites, but Southampton has shown they can fight in the cup.

Tottenham vs Manchester United

Tottenham has made a strong impression in the cup so far. After a 2–1 win away against Coventry, they eliminated Manchester City by the same margin. In the Premier League, Tottenham is in seventh place and has shown offensive capability with 18 goals scored. They have also been stable at home, which could be an advantage in the quarter final.

Manchester United has shown their presence in the cup with dominant performances. With a 7–0 win against Barnsley and a 5–2 victory against Leicester, their offensive play has been in top form. However, their league season has been uneven, and they sit in eleventh place. United's cup form shows they cannot be counted out in a knockout match.

Conclusion

The quarter finals of the Carabao Cup 2024 will reveal how the teams handle pressure and which ones have the ability to perform in decisive moments. Arsenal and Liverpool go in as favorites, but cup play is always unpredictable, and both Crystal Palace, Southampton, and Brentford have shown they can surprise. Newcastle and Tottenham enjoy a home advantage, but they must still deliver against their tough opponents in what is expected to be an intense cup round.