Manchester City Edges Liverpool in Thrilling League Cup TieManchester City Edges Liverpool in Thrilling League Cup Tie In a captivating League Cup semifinal clash, Manchester City emerged victorious over Liverpool in a pulsating 3-2 victory at the Etihad Stadium. The game erupted into action from the outset, with both teams trading blows. Liverpool took the early lead through Sadio Mane’s deft finish in the 11th minute. However, Bernardo Silva leveled the score just eight minutes later with a superb solo effort. The second half continued in the same vein, with both sides showcasing their attacking prowess. Phil Foden put City in the ascendancy in the 53rd minute, but Mohamed Salah restored parity with a brilliant individual goal in the 63rd. As the match entered its final stages, it became a battle of wills. Kevin De Bruyne’s exquisite long-range strike in the 83rd minute proved to be the game-winner. Liverpool pressed for an equalizer, but City’s defense held firm. The victory extends City’s winning streak to five games and sends them into the League Cup final, where they will face Burnley. For Liverpool, the defeat represents a setback in their quest to win a domestic cup this season. However, they will look to bounce back in the Premier League, where they are still in contention for the title. Player of the Match: Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City) Key Moments: * 11′ – Sadio Mane (Liverpool) gives Liverpool the lead. * 19′ – Bernardo Silva (Manchester City) equalizes. * 53′ – Phil Foden (Manchester City) puts City in front. * 63′ – Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) levels the score. * 83′ – Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City) nets the winning goal.
