Manchester City have won the Carabao Cup after a controlled 2-0 victory over Arsenal at Wembley Stadium, with Antoine Semenyo part of the squad that lifted the trophy.
City secured the win with two second-half goals in a final that remained goalless at the break, before Pep Guardiola’s side increased the tempo after halftime to take full control of the contest.
The first half was closely contested, with both teams showing intent but struggling to create clear-cut chances. Arsenal began brightly, pressing high and threatening from set pieces, while City gradually settled into their usual possession-based rhythm.
Despite the intensity, neither side was able to break the deadlock before the interval, reflecting the balance of play during the opening 45 minutes.
After the restart, City demonstrated greater sharpness and composure in the final third. Their improved tempo and ability to manage possession allowed them to dictate the game, pushing Arsenal deeper and limiting their attacking opportunities.
Arsenal did create moments of danger, including a notable chance for Riccardo Calafiori, but they were unable to convert their opportunities. As the match progressed, their attacks became increasingly disjointed, with City’s defensive organisation proving difficult to break down.
Guardiola’s side eventually made their dominance count in the second half, scoring twice to establish a decisive lead. From that point, City controlled proceedings, managing the game effectively and preventing Arsenal from mounting a sustained response.
In the closing stages, Arsenal pushed forward in search of a breakthrough, but they lacked the precision and creativity required in the final third. City, meanwhile, remained disciplined and composed, seeing out the remainder of the match with relative comfort.
Five minutes of added time were played, but City’s advantage was never seriously threatened, and they were able to celebrate a well-earned victory as the final whistle approached.
The result adds another piece of silverware to Semenyo’s career as part of a squad competing at the highest level of English football. For Arsenal, however, the defeat represents a setback in what had been an encouraging campaign, ending their hopes of lifting the trophy at Wembley.
City’s performance underlined their ability to rise to the occasion in major finals, combining tactical control with efficiency in front of goal to secure yet another domestic cup triumph.
