Carabao Cup Semi-Final LIVE: Middlesbrough vs Chelsea – Broja Dropped for Madueke as Rivalry Renews
Introduction to the article:
This article discusses the upcoming Carabao Cup semi-final, first leg match between Middlesbrough and Chelsea. It provides details about the teams, their history in the competition, and the odds for the upcoming game.
Howson captains Carrick’s Boro
The article begins by listing the lineup for Middlesbrough, with Howson as the captain and details of the team’s formation. It also includes information about the substitutes for the match.
Clubs set for 1998 repeat
This section of the article highlights the history between Middlesbrough and Chelsea in the Carabao Cup, noting that this will be the fourth time the clubs have met in the competition. It also mentions the previous match in the 1998 final, where Chelsea emerged victorious.
Boro 5/1 for first leg lead
Here, the article discusses the odds for the first leg match, with Middlesbrough being the underdogs in the betting. It provides the odds for a Middlesbrough win, a draw, and a Chelsea win.
Good evening from the Riverside
The final section of the article sets the stage for the upcoming match and welcomes the readers to live coverage of the Carabao Cup semi-final. It emphasizes the significance of the game for both teams and the opportunity to compete for domestic silverware.