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Reaction
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Chelsea have turned a corner after booking Carabao Cup final spot, says Sarri
Sarri has a chance of winning the first piece of silverware in his career.Jan 25, 04:30
We can find enthusiasm again – Sarri buoyed as Chelsea reach Carabao Cup final
The Italian had criticised his players following the weekend Premier League defeat at Arsenal.Jan 24, 23:20
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Sarri's rant rewarded, despair for Dier – 5 things we learned from Chelsea-Spurs
Eric Dier and Lucas Moura missed from the spot as Chelsea booked a meeting with Manchester City.Jan 24, 22:24
The Match
Match Report
Chelsea beat Tottenham Hotspur on penalties to set up an EFL Cup final showdown against holders Manchester City at Wembley.
Live Commentary
Relive Chelsea's penalty shootout victory over Tottenham Hotspur as Maurizio Sarri's side book their place in the final of the EFL Cup.
Preview
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Thursday's EFL Cup semi-final encounter between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.
Build-up
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Higuain set to sign Chelsea contract but not in time for Tottenham cup clash
The deal for the Argentina striker is likely to be a loan until the end of the season.Jan 23, 14:10
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5 talking points ahead of Chelsea and Tottenham's Carabao Cup clash
The two sides do battle for a place in the final.Jan 23, 10:40
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Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole selects a strongest combined XI from the two squads.Jan 22, 22:12
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How Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup tie between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole looks at how Maurizio Sarri's side could line up at Stamford Bridge.Jan 22, 15:25
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How Tottenham Hotspur could line up against Chelsea
Ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup encounter between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole looks at how Mauricio Pochettino's side could line up at Stamford Bridge.Jan 22, 15:25
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