EFL Cup 2025/26: Who has advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament

This week, from December 16 to 18, the EFL Cup quarterfinals are being played, after which all the semifinalists have been determined.

Details: The first team to reach the semifinals was London side Chelsea, who defeated Cardiff 3–1. In the following match, Manchester City beat Brentford 2–0 at home to become the second semifinalist.

Newcastle became the third semifinalist of the EFL Cup. Playing at home, they overcame Fulham 2–1 to extend their run in the competition.

The Magpies are the reigning EFL Cup holders and continue their title defence.

The fourth participant will be decided in the match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal.

The EFL Cup semifinal draw will take place immediately after the conclusion of the Newcastle vs Fulham match. The first legs of the League Cup semifinals will be played in the week beginning January 12, with the return legs scheduled for the week starting February 2.

Reminder: The EFL Cup quarterfinal between Arsenal and Crystal Palace, which was initially scheduled for this week, has been postponed.