In a pulsating encounter at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the hosts clinched a 4-3 victory over Manchester United, advancing to the League Cup semi-finals. Dominic Solanke opened the scoring in the 12th minute, followed by Dejan Kulusevski's strike, propelling Spurs to a commanding 3-0 lead.
Manchester United mounted a spirited comeback, capitalizing on two errors by Tottenham's goalkeeper, Fraser Forster. These mistakes allowed United to reduce the deficit, intensifying the match's suspense.
The tension escalated when Son Heung-min scored directly from a corner, restoring a two-goal cushion for Tottenham. Despite a late goal from United's Jonny Evans, Spurs maintained their lead, securing the win.
Tottenham's manager, Ange Postecoglou, remained steadfast in his commitment to an attacking style of play, despite the defensive lapses that nearly jeopardized the match. He emphasized his belief in entertaining football and dismissed suggestions to adopt a more conservative approach.
With this victory, Tottenham advances to face Liverpool in the semi-finals, while Arsenal is set to play against Newcastle. The semi-final matches are scheduled over two legs in January and February, with the winners meeting in the final at Wembley Stadium on March 16.
