This Wednesday, the English League Cup met some more qualified for the quarterfinals of the competition. In his first game without Cristiano Ronaldo, whose contract was terminated, the Manchester United beat Burnley 2-0 and advanced to the next round of the tournament. The Brazilians Antony, Casemiro and Fred, who competed in the World Cup, were on the field.
Now, Ten Hag’s team awaits the draw to find out who will be their opponent.
United’s next commitment is this Tuesday, against Nottingham Forest, at 5 pm (Brasília time), at Old Trafford, for the 15th round of the Premier League. On the same day and time, Burnley faces Birmingham for the Championshp, second division of the English Championship.
🇧🇷 #CarabaoCup quarterfinals: here we come! #MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 21, 2022
The game
United had two chances before opening the scoring. Garnacho, however, wasted both. However, in the 26th minute, Eriksen put the Red Devils in advantage. The Dane received from Wan-Bissaka and sent for the goal from inside the small area. In the wake, Burnley responded. Benson got rid of the marking and kicked out, causing danger. Afterwards, he arrived once more, forcing Dúbravka to make a good save.
Burnley almost equalized after a poor exit by the United goalkeeper, but Casemiro was alert and cut almost over the line. At 39, Martial almost doubled, but saw Peacock-Farrell flatten and save.
At 11 minutes of the second half, Rashford scored the second. The number 10 pulled the counterattack, dribbled the marking and finished strong, with no chance for the goalkeeper of Burnley. Around the 25th minute, the visitors arrived well with Churlinov, who sent close to the goal. In the final stretch, Antony made a good move on the right and finished for Farrell’s defense.
Without Gustavo Scarpa, Nottingham Forest advance to the League Cup quarter-finals
Another team that advanced to the quarterfinals of the English League Cup was Nottingham Forest, which is reinforced by former Palmeiras player Gustavo Scarpa. The team commanded by Steven Cooper beat Blackburn 4-1. At Ewood Park, Brennan (twice), Lingard and Awoniyi scored for the visitors, and Wharton scored for the opponents.
Other League Cup results:
Charlton 0 (4) x (3) 0 Brighton
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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