Man City Win EFL Cup, Guardiola Sets Record with Fifth Title

March 23, 2026

London: Manchester City defeated Arsenal 2-0 in the EFL Cup final, with Nico O’Reilly scoring twice in quick succession in the second half to seal the win. This marks City’s ninth League Cup title, second only to Liverpool in overall wins.

Guardiola Creates History

Manager Pep Guardiola has now won the League Cup five times, setting a new English football record. He surpasses legendary managers Brian Clough, Sir Alex Ferguson, and Jose Mourinho, who each won the trophy four times.

Dominant Performance & Stats

City dominated the second half and deserved the victory, while Arsenal appeared fatigued after a demanding Champions League schedule. Under Guardiola, City has won 29 out of 39 matches in the competition, scoring 83 goals and conceding just 26.

What’s Next for City

Captain Bernardo Silva called the victory a proud moment for the team. City will now head into the international break before facing Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-final on April 4, followed by a Premier League clash against Chelsea.