Liverpool eliminated Chelsea from the Carabao Cup with a 6-5 penalty shootout victory after the match ended 1-1. The result marked Xabi Alonso's first return to Anfield as Chelsea manager.

Chelsea took the lead in the match with a penalty converted by Cole Palmer after Moises Caicedo was fouled by Ryan Gravenberch in the box. However, Liverpool equalized through a penalty of their own, awarded for a handball by Wesley Fofana. Darwin Nunez stepped up to convert the spot-kick for Liverpool.

IMAGE1: IMAGE2: Ryan Gravenberch's clumsy challenge on Moises Caicedo gifted Chelsea their penalty

The match went to penalties to decide the winner. Liverpool ultimately prevailed in the shootout to advance in the competition. Wesley Fofana blazed his penalty over the bar, a moment that proved decisive for Chelsea.

IMAGE5: IMAGE4: Xabi Alonso suffered defeat as he returned to Anfield for the first time as Chelsea manager

Rio Ngumoha was highlighted as the most entertaining player during the match. Conversely, Danny Welbeck was noted for struggling to make an impact on the game.

IMAGE3: Rio Ngumoha was easily the most entertaining player to watch in the fourth round clash IMAGE6: Danny Welbeck struggled to get into the game after being given the chance to lead the line