| Manchester United vs Crystal Palace | |
| MATCH INFO | |
MATCH :
| Manchester United vs Crystal Palace |
COMPETITION :
| EFL Cup |
| DATE: | 27-09-2023 |
TIME:
| 12.30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
11.00 PM UAE |
STADIUM
| Ground |
The EFL Cup, which stands for the English Football League Cup, is a major annual football (soccer) competition in England. It is one of the three main domestic football competitions in England, alongside the Premier League and the FA Cup. Here are some key details about the EFL Cup:
Name: The competition is officially known as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons, but it is commonly referred to as the EFL Cup or simply the League Cup.
Format: The EFL Cup is a knockout tournament featuring teams from the English Football League (EFL) and the Premier League. The Premier League clubs (20 in total) enter the competition in the second round.
Rounds: The tournament typically consists of seven rounds, including the first round, second round, third round, fourth round, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final.
History: The EFL Cup was first held in the 1960-1961 season, making it one of the younger domestic football competitions in England. The competition was established to provide additional match revenue for clubs and to reduce fixture congestion.
Prize: The winner of the EFL Cup is awarded the trophy and qualifies for the group stage of the UEFA Europa Conference League, a European club competition.
Prominence: While the Premier League and the FA Cup are generally considered more prestigious, the EFL Cup is still highly valued by clubs, particularly those outside the Premier League, as it offers a chance to win silverware and qualify for European competition.
Notable Winners: Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea are among the clubs that have won the EFL Cup multiple times.
The EFL Cup has provided many memorable moments and matches throughout its history and continues to be an exciting part of the English football calendar.