Chelsea 0(10)-0(11) Liverpool: 5 hits and flops as Reds win epic shootout | Carabao Cup 2021-22

#3 Hit - Trent Alexander-Arnold | Liverpool

Trent Alexander-Arnold contributed at both ends in the game.

Liverpool made the most of their width in the game. Their two marauding full-backs, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andrew Robertson recorded the most touches in the game.

Among the two, it was the right-back who enjoyed a solid outing against Chelsea, recording a game-best six key passes. Defensively, Alexander-Arnold made three interceptions, more than any other Reds player. Only Van Dijk had more clearances in the game.

The 23-year-old also confidently converted his penalty in the shootout as he won the fifth title of his career.

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#2 Hit - Thiago Silva | Chelsea

Thiago Silva was the oldest player in the 2022 Carabao Cup final.

Thiago Silva was the oldest player on the pitch. He displayed his wealth of experience as he took charge in the defensive half for Chelsea.

He was not dribbled past in the game, and made an almost goalline clearance from Salah's chip over Mendy in the 64th minute.

It was a flawless performance from the 37-year-old Brazilian defender, who made 12 clearances in the game, twice that of Liverpool's Van Dijk.

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#1 Hit - Caoimhin Kelleher | Liverpool

Chelsea vs Liverpool - Carabao Cup Final

Caoimhin Kelleher, of all players, bagged the winning penalty in the game, and delivered a great performance when trusted by Jurgen Klopp. The 23-year-old kept his calm throughout the match, and stood strong against everything Chelsea had to offer.

The Irishman had began his career as a striker. He displayed his shooting skills in the shootout. as he powered his effort from the spot into the roof of the net. with Kepa diving the wrong way. It was Kelleher's third successful League Cup penalty shootout for the Reds.