By Rahim Abdul
Arsenal have sealed their place in the final of the League Cup following a hard-fought 1–0 victory that completed a 4–2 aggregate triumph in the semi final tie.
The decisive moment came late in the match when Kai Havertz struck to send the Gunners through, sparking celebrations among players and supporters alike.
The encounter was played at a high tempo, with both sides fully aware of what was at stake. Chelsea pushed forward aggressively, looking to overturn the deficit, but they repeatedly ran into a well organised Arsenal defence that stood firm throughout the night.
Arsenal, meanwhile, showed patience and discipline, choosing their moments carefully while protecting their aggregate advantage. The midfield battle was intense, with neither side willing to concede ground, adding to the drama of the contest.
As the match wore on, the pressure increased, especially from the visitors, who searched for a breakthrough that never came. Arsenal goalkeeper and defenders produced crucial interventions to keep their clean sheet intact.
Just when the game appeared destined to end goalless, Havertz delivered the decisive blow. The German international found space late on and calmly finished to put the tie beyond doubt, sealing victory for Mikel Arteta’s side.
The goal underlined Arsenal’s resilience and growing maturity under Arteta, as they managed the tie intelligently and struck at the perfect moment. It was also a significant personal moment for Havertz, whose contribution proved vital on a big night.
This result marks Arsenal’s first appearance in a League Cup final since 2018, ending a long wait for a return to the competition’s showpiece event. It also keeps alive their hopes of lifting silverware this season.
Arsenal will now turn their attention to the final scheduled for March 22, where they will face either Manchester City or Newcastle United, depending on the outcome of the other semi-final.
With confidence high and momentum building, the Gunners will head into the final believing they have what it takes to go all the way and claim the League Cup crown.
