Tuesday 3 February 2026, 22:10 UK
Kai Havertz struck in the dying moments of the second leg against his former side Chelsea to fire Arsenal into the Carabao Cup final. The dramatic, last-gasp finish turned a tense, nervy finale into scenes of rapturous celebration for the Gunners and their travelling supporters.
Having previously played for Chelsea, Havertz produced the decisive intervention that settled a tight semi-final between the London rivals. His goal arrived at the death, sparking wild celebrations on the pitch and among fans while pundits described the moment as “the ultimate climax” to an enthralling tie.
The second leg was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating opportunities and battling throughout. In a match that seemed destined for a cautious close, Havertz’s late strike proved to be the defining contribution that sent Arsenal through.
Arsenal now head to Wembley for the Carabao Cup final, having held their nerve in the final seconds to secure their place in the showpiece.