In a thrilling 2026 EFL Cup final, Manchester City decisively defeated Arsenal to claim the championship. Nico O’Reilly emerged as the hero at Wembley, scoring both goals for Pep Guardiola’s team.
Meanwhile, the Gunners played their ninth final in this competition, having won only twice and lost the other seven.
Here are the top reactions from fans on social media, who were quick to weigh in on another Arsenal defeat in the EFL Cup.
Kepa steals the spotlight
In the 60th minute of the match, Kepa made a huge mistake, fumbling what should have been a routine catch and allowing Nico O’Reilly to head the ball into an empty net.
Arsenal have more chances to win a title
Despite today’s result at Wembley, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal remain in a prime position to secure silverware across three major fronts.
The Gunners currently sit at the top of the Premier League table and have successfully advanced to the quarter-finals of both the Champions League and the FA Cup, keeping their historic hunt for multiple titles firmly alive.
What’s next for the Gunners?
The Gunners return to Premier League action against Bournemouth on April 11 to defend their 9-point lead. Previously, they will play against Southampton on April 4 for the FA Cup quarterfinals and on the Champions League first leg away at Sporting CP on April 7.