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The FC crew react to Chelsea's loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup and question why Xabi Alonso would say this competition was the least important for the club when they aren't in competing in Europe. The guys also argue if Michael Carrick will be at Man United after their game at Chelsea on Saturday. Plus, Gab Marcotti joins the show to break down 5 questions ahead of the LALIGA weekend.
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"Chelsea's Carabao Cup Crisis?" is an episode of ESPN FC. Runtime 1 hr 1 min. Published October 29, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.