**Manchester City Tersingkir, MU & Liverpool Lolos Carabao Cup**

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Manchester City Tersingkir, MU & Liverpool Lolos Carabao Cup

The Carabao Cup continued its quarterfinal round with a thrilling night of football, delivering both surprise and expected results. While Manchester City faced a shocking elimination, Manchester United and Liverpool secured their places in the semifinals.

City Stumbles Against Southampton

In a match that saw Pep Guardiola's men struggle to find their rhythm, Manchester City fell to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Southampton. The Saints, known for their defensive prowess, managed to frustrate the Citizens throughout the match, with goals from Sékou Mara and Moussa Djenepo ultimately sealing the victory.

This defeat marks a significant upset in the tournament, as Manchester City had been considered one of the favorites to lift the trophy. The loss also highlights the vulnerability of the reigning champions, who have been experiencing a somewhat inconsistent season.

United Dominates Charlton

Meanwhile, Manchester United delivered a convincing performance against Charlton Athletic, comfortably dispatching the League One side with a 3-0 victory. Antony and Marcus Rashford found the back of the net in the first half, while Fred added a third in the second to secure a comfortable win.

With this victory, Erik ten Hag's side continues its impressive run in the Carabao Cup, displaying their dominance in the competition. The Red Devils will be aiming to reach their second consecutive final, hoping to replicate their success from last season.

Liverpool Escapes a Tight Match

Liverpool's journey to the semifinals was far from straightforward, as they narrowly edged past Wolves at Molineux. The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams trading chances throughout. Ultimately, a single goal from Darwin Núñez in the first half proved to be the difference, sending the Reds through to the next round.

Despite facing a resilient Wolves side, Jürgen Klopp's men demonstrated their resilience and ability to grind out results, showcasing the fighting spirit that has become synonymous with the club.

Looking Ahead to the Semifinals

With the quarterfinals concluded, the Carabao Cup now enters the semifinal stage. The draw for the semifinals will be held on Wednesday, January 11th, with the matches scheduled to take place on the week of January 23rd.

Manchester United, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, and Newcastle United will now battle it out for a place in the final, which is set to be played at Wembley Stadium on February 25th.

The Carabao Cup remains a coveted trophy, and the upcoming semifinals promise to be a thrilling spectacle. With the potential for more upsets and captivating performances, fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this exciting tournament.