EFL 2022: Liverpool could not do the job against 10-men Arsenal

Liverpool failed to capitalize on their EFL 2022 Carabao Cup as 10-men Arsenal managed to hold off Liverpool's fierce attacks. After Granit Xhaka received the Red card for the careless foul on Diogo Jota; dragged Arsenal to 10 men in just the first 30 minutes. The next few moments felt like Anfield was ready to explode at any moment.

However, the moment never came as the Gunners kept the Reds' attacks at bay; Even after going 10-men down followed by key players getting subbed off with injuries. Arteta orchestrated a masterpiece, as Ben White led the defensive effort while Saka and Martinelli added more to it.

EFL 2022: Liverpool had the Best Chance

Liverpool, on the other hand, managed to produce just a single shot on target after 12 shots even though they had the advantage. Takumi Minamino ended up missing their best opportunity by blazing the shot over the empty net just before the end of the match. Moreover, It showed a clear-cut image of how Liverpool performs without their star players Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane; Who leads Liverpool from the front. However, the midfield also failed to produce anything as they lacked any creative spark throughout the match.

With Chelsea waiting for their opponents at the final of the EFL 2022 Carabao Cup finals, it's gonna be either Liverpool or Arsenal and it all will be decided on the second leg of the 2nd semi-finals.