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Arsenal knocked out of League Cup by League Two side Fleetwood Town

League Two side Fleetwood Town shocked the world and knocked Premier League champions Arsenal out of the 2026-27 League Cup on Tuesday, sealing the most famous night in the tiny fishing village club’s history.

The Cod Army took the lead in the 21 minute when 20-year-old forward Aaron Loupalo-Bi (on loan from Fulham) got in behind Arsenal’s defense and beat backup goalkeeper Illan Meslier, making his debut for the Gunners, with a low and hard finish.

Mikel Arteta brought on senior stars Martin Odegaard and Ben White at halftime, and Arsenal were level through Viktor Gyokeres after just five minutes. It was

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