English Football League Cup Reactions: Liverpool Are Eliminated as Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle Advance

It proved to be a night of significant upsets and predictable progressions in the EFL Cup, with a competition's front-runners suffering a shock exit.

Stunning Defeat for Liverpool

Crystal Palace produced a commanding 3-0 win against Liverpool, sealing a remarkable triple of triumphs over Arne Slot's side in the last few months.

This result means Palace have now defeated Liverpool on 3 distinct occasions, which includes a spot-kick victory in the season's traditional curtain-raiser and a two-one league triumph at their home ground.

The traveling fans were heard playfully singing, "Can we face you each week?"

Significant Opportunity for The Eagles

Although their current successes, they have never reached the showpiece event of the EFL Cup, having fallen at the last-four stage on four past times.

The last penultimate stage appearance was back in the year 2001, making this campaign particularly significant for the club.

Adding to the recently acquired success, the team had also not won the Football Association Challenge Cup or Community Shield before this year.

Other Clubs Progressing

At the same time, other big clubs secured their spot in the next round.

• The Gunners continued their impressive form with a commanding performance.
• The Blues likewise advanced, showing their determination in the competition.
• Newcastle United were among the teams moving forward, adding further intrigue to the cup.

This tournament continues to provide excitement and surprises, setting up an intriguing road to the final at the national stadium.