League Cup - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. The League Cup, also known as the EFL Cup or Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons, is an annual knockout football competition in England.
- 2. The tournament is open to all 92 clubs in the English Football League (EFL) and the Premier League.
- 3. The first League Cup was held in the 1960-61 season, with Aston Villa winning the inaugural tournament.
- 4. The current format of the League Cup consists of seven rounds, including the semi-finals and the final.
- 5. The final is typically held at Wembley Stadium in London, with the winners qualifying for the UEFA Europa League.
- 6. The most successful team in League Cup history is Liverpool, with 8 titles to their name.
- 7. Manchester City is the current holders of the League Cup, having won the 2020-21 edition by defeating Tottenham Hotspur in the final.
- 8. The League Cup has provided some memorable moments over the years, including Bradford City's run to the final in 2013 as a League Two team.
- 9. The tournament has undergone several name changes due to sponsorship deals, with the competition officially known as the Carabao Cup since 2017.
- 10. The League Cup is considered a prestigious trophy in English football, providing clubs with the opportunity to win silverware and qualify for European competitions.