With Haaland missing from the starting lineup, many Man City fans assume that the Norwegian striker suffered an injury, but the player is on the bench for the quarterfinal match in the EFL Cup against Brentford.

Holders Newcastle United face eight-time winners Manchester City in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup while Chelsea take on Arsenal or Crystal Palace.

Manchester City progress to the semi-finals of the EFL Cup after beating Brentford 2-0 in Wednesday night’s quarter-final clash at the Etihad Stadium.

Our soccer expert offers his Manchester City vs Brentford predictions, ahead of Wednesday’s EFL Cup clash, at 2:30pm (12/17).

Newcastle United reached the Carabao Cup semifinals with a cardiac 2-1 win over Fulham at St. James’ Park, thanks to a stoppage-time header from homeboy teenager Lewis Miley. The victory was very needed and definitely was a morale boost after last weekend horrid derby defeat to Sunderland,

Chelsea have discovered who they will face in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Enzo Maresca's side have been rewarded with a semi-final tie against Arsenal or Crystal Palace after overcoming Cardiff City in the quarter-finals on Tuesday night.