During the English League Cup quarterfinal at the Emirates Stadium in London, Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix and Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus competed fiercely for the ball. Arsenal secured a 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace on December 18, 2024. (Photo by Mike Egerton/The Associated Press)


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Arsenal, Liverpool, and Newcastle have stormed into the English League Cup semifinals, setting up an exciting showdown between some of the biggest names in English football. Their victories on Wednesday highlighted thrilling performances, including standout moments from key players that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Arsenal's Hat-Trick Hero Shines
Arsenal edged out Crystal Palace 3-2 in a nail-biting encounter, with Gabriel Jesus stealing the spotlight by netting a hat trick. This marked Arsenal's return to the League Cup semifinals for the first time since the 2021-22 season. Surprisingly, Jesus, who had only one goal in his last 20 games this season, delivered his first Arsenal hat trick with skillful finishes that left fans stunned.

The Brazilian striker’s performance wasn’t without controversy. His second goal, which came in the 73rd minute, was clearly offside. However, since video reviews aren’t implemented until the semifinals, the goal stood, giving Arsenal a crucial edge. Jesus scored his first goal with a brilliant chip in the 54th minute and completed his hat trick in the 81st with a powerful strike. Despite a late goal by Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta, Arsenal held on to secure their victory.

Liverpool Keeps Title Hopes Alive
Liverpool continued its journey to defend their League Cup title with a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Southampton. Darwin Núñez and Harvey Elliott made their mark with early first-half goals, ensuring Liverpool maintained control of the game. The win solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with this season, as they aim to add another trophy to their cabinet.

Newcastle's Dominance Over Brentford
Newcastle earned a convincing 3-1 win over Brentford, fuelled by two early goals from Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali. This victory marks Newcastle's second semifinal appearance in three seasons. The club, which has been trophyless since 1955, is hungry for silverware after their heartbreak in last year’s final against Manchester United.

Semifinals Set for a Star-Studded Clash
The last quarterfinal between Manchester United and Tottenham is set to decide the final semifinalist on Thursday. With four footballing giants guaranteed to battle it out, the League Cup semifinals promise intense competition and electrifying matchups.

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