Tottenham edge past Manchester United to secure Carabao Cup semifinal spot
The home side took an early lead in the 15th minute and doubled their advantage just after halftime.
KATHMANDU: Tottenham Hotspur advanced to the semifinals of the English Football League (Carabao) Cup after defeating Manchester United 4-3 in an intense quarterfinal clash on Thursday.
The home side took an early lead in the 15th minute and doubled their advantage just after halftime.
They added a third goal in the 54th minute, putting them firmly in control of the match.
Manchester United responded with a goal in the 63rd minute, narrowing the gap.
They pushed hard and found another goal in the 70th minute, making it a tense finish.
However, with just two minutes left in regular time, Tottenham scored their fourth, restoring a two-goal cushion.
Despite a late goal from United during injury time, it wasn’t enough to force a comeback.
With this victory, Tottenham joins Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle United in the semifinals.