"Arsenal went close to taking the lead inside seven minutes, but were thwarted three times in a matter of seconds by City goalkeeper James Trafford, who saved two close-range shots from Bukayo Saka and one from Kai Havertz."
"Rayan Cherki nipped to the byline and dinked a cross over the top of Kepa Arrizabalaga, who spilled the ball, allowing Nico O'Reilly to ghost in ahead of Martin Zubimendi and scramble home the opener."
"Minutes later, O'Reilly had the ball in the Arsenal net again. This time, Matheus Nunes made his way down the wing and hung up a cross, with the City left-back getting between William Saliba and Saka to head in."
"A deep cross from Noni Madueke was nodded onto the top of the crossbar by Gabriel Jesus late on, but that was as close as they came to a goal as City took home the trophy."
Arsenal faced Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final, losing 2-0 and extending their six-year wait for a trophy. Despite a strong start, Arsenal failed to capitalize on early chances. City took control in the second half, scoring two goals through Nico O'Reilly and Matheus Nunes. Arsenal attempted to respond but struggled to create significant opportunities. City effectively managed the game, ensuring Arsenal could not mount a comeback, ultimately securing the trophy.
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