Can the League Cup end Arsenal’s trophy drought?

Mar 20th 2026

Arsenal meet Manchester City in the League Cup final as Arsenal chase a first League Cup since 1993 and a first major trophy since 2020, while City seek to extend their recent domestic cup success.

Arsenal have not won the League Cup since 1993.
Arsenal’s last major trophy was the 2020 FA Cup.
Manchester City have won multiple League Cups in recent seasons under Pep Guardiola.
A League Cup win gives immediate silverware and a morale boost but does not decide the Premier League title race.

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