🔗 Share this article English Football League Cup Roundup: The Reds Exit as Three Premier League Giants Advance It proved to be a evening of major upsets and expected progressions in the EFL Cup, with one of the competition's favorites making an unexpected departure. Surprise Defeat for The Merseyside Club The Eagles delivered a commanding 3-0 victory against their hosts, sealing a remarkable hat-trick of successes over the Anfield outfit in the last few months. The outcome means the South London club have now defeated Liverpool on 3 separate occasions, which includes a penalty shoot-out win in the season's traditional curtain-raiser and a 2-1 league win at their home ground. The traveling fans were heard mockingly singing, "Can we face you each week?" Historic Chance for The Eagles Despite the club's current achievements, Crystal Palace have not once reached the final of the EFL Cup, having fallen at the semi-final phase on 4 previous times. Their most recent semi-final appearance in this tournament was back in 2001, making this run especially significant for them. Adding to the recently acquired success, Palace had previously not claimed the Football Association Challenge Cup or FA Community Shield prior to this year. Other Clubs Moving Forward At the same time, several other major clubs secured their place in the next round. Arsenal continued their strong form with a commanding display. Chelsea likewise advanced, demonstrating their determination in the tournament. Newcastle United joined the qualifiers, adding more excitement to the competition. This tournament proceeds to provide drama and shock results, creating an compelling path to the final at Wembley.