Fleetwood Town Knock Arsenal Out of Carabao Cup on Penalties

Fleetwood Town produced a major Carabao Cup upset on 28 October 2026, defeating Arsenal on penalties at Highbury Stadium to reach the quarter-finals for the first time.

Underdogs stun Arsenal

Aaron Loupalo-Bi put Fleetwood ahead in the 21st minute before Viktor Gyökeres equalised for Arsenal after half-time. The hosts held firm despite pressure from the Premier League champions.

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman was sent off late in the match. Goalkeeper Jay Lynch then made a crucial save in the shootout before Conor Haughey converted the decisive kick. Fleetwood’s win ranks among the competition’s most memorable upsets.

Source: English Football League official match report, 28 October 2026.