Xabi Alonso handed new regret as Liverpool continue Chelsea’s penalty nightmare

Liverpool defeated Chelsea 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to advance in the Carabao Cup, eliminating Chelsea from the competition. Xabi Alonso, returning to Anfield as a manager, suffered defeat in what was described as his side's least important competition this season. The result ends Chelsea's hopes of early silverware and continues their penalty shootout struggles.