This new conquest, which adds to their already impressive record, confirms the Etihad club’s status as the undisputed dominant force in this national cup over the last decade. Adding the 2026 title to their previous victories in 1970, 1976, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 is testament to their incredible consistency. The Carabao Cup is also clearly manager Pep Guardiola’s favorite tournament, as he has now won the trophy five times in charge of City, setting a brilliant new record in English football. He surpasses Brian Clough, Sir Alex Ferguson and José Mourinho, who have all won four titles. As the blue confetti finally rained down, it was a stark reminder of the team’s innate ability to perform under pressure when the title is directly on the line.
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