Barcelona peg back Chelsea before TV blackout delay to reach WCL summit

Chelsea's recent Carabao Cup semi-final match against Arsenal ended in disappointment as they lost 3-2, with goalkeeper Robert Sánchez's errors contributing significantly to the defeat. Arsenal's Martín Zubimendi showcased his skill by scoring a crucial goal, highlighting the disparity in performance between the two teams. Chelsea's reliance on a struggling goalkeeper raises concerns about their defensive stability.

Arsenal showcased their dominance in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Chelsea, taking a commanding lead until a late goal from Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho reduced the deficit. Despite this, Arsenal's performance under Mikel Arteta highlighted their potential to secure a place in the final.

Conor Gallagher has officially joined Tottenham Hotspur from Atlético Madrid for £34.6 million, signing a long-term deal and expressing his commitment to delivering 'special moments' for the club. This transfer follows the injury of Rodrigo Bentancur, prompting Spurs to act swiftly to bolster their midfield options.

The Women's Super League (WSL) resumed after the winter break with Arsenal and Manchester United playing to a goalless draw, effectively diminishing both teams' title hopes. Chelsea and Manchester City, however, returned to winning form, with Chelsea defeating West Ham and City continuing their strong performance in the league. The panel discusses Arsenal's ongoing attacking struggles and United's defensive resilience despite being reduced to ten players.