Liverpool advanced to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals after a 6-5 penalty shootout victory over Chelsea following a 1-1 draw at Anfield on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
The match went to spot-kicks after the sides were level at the end of 90 minutes. Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders emerged as the hero in the shootout, saving Ryan Gravenberch's penalty to secure the win for Liverpool.
Post-match player ratings highlighted Penders' redemption as the standout storyline, with the goalkeeper's decisive save earning widespread praise.
