The Carabao Cup final is just a month away, and fans are eagerly anticipating the high-profile clash between Chelsea and Liverpool after both Premier League giants secured their spots in the final. There’s a noticeable difference in quality between the two teams this season, with Liverpool back in the title race after a setback last season.
Meanwhile, Chelsea, despite having arguably the most expensive squad in the Premier League, has faced significant struggles. With both teams aiming to secure the trophy, let’s find out when the final will be played and which team is more likely to clinch one of the biggest trophies in English football.
When is Chelsea vs Liverpool in Carabao Cup Final?
The Carabao Cup final has been confirmed, and it’s Chelsea facing the red-hot Liverpool in the final on Sunday, February 25. The final will be played at Wembley Stadium, just like every other major final in English football, and the kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT.
Both teams secured their spots in the final by winning their respective semi-final ties on aggregate. Chelsea dominated Michael Carrick’s Middlesbrough, securing a 6-2 aggregate victory. Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool qualified after a 2-1 first-leg win, following a 1-1 draw away to Fulham.
Chelsea’s first game of the tie against Middlesbrough ended in a 1-0 defeat, with Pochettino’s expensive squad succumbing to the Championship side. However, a stronger lineup despite the club’s recent injury woes, including a fresh one to Malo Gusto, who missed the match entirely, helped Chelsea secure their spot in the final after beating Boro 6-1.
Liverpool came from behind to win the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie against Fulham after going behind in the 19th minute of the game, courtesy of a goal from Chelsea’s ex-winger Willian. Thankfully, two goals from Curtis Jones and Cody Gakpo helped Klopp secure the first-leg win. The second leg ended in a 1-1 draw, which confirmed Liverpool’s qualification to the final of this season’s Carabao Cup.
Chelsea vs Liverpool H2H record
The Chelsea vs Liverpool fixture has always been a strong matchup, featuring two of the biggest clubs in England. From the times of Drogba vs Torres, Lampard vs Gerrard, to Antonio Conte vs Jurgen Klopp, the fixture consistently generates significant hype in English football.
Both teams have faced each other across various competitions in the past two decades, including the Premier League, League Cups, FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League. Liverpool holds an advantage over Chelsea in the total head-to-head record, with the Reds winning 84 out of the 195 matches they’ve played against each other. Chelsea has won 65, and 46 matches have ended in a draw.
Seven of their last fixtures in all competitions have ended in a draw, including the 2022 Carabao Cup final, which ended in a 1-0, with 0-0 scoreline being played out four times. Their last three Premier League matches have also ended in a draw, with two 0-0 scorelines and one 1-1.
