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It proved to be a evening of significant upsets and predictable advancements in the League Cup, with one of the tournament's front-runners making an unexpected departure.

Surprise Loss for Liverpool

The Eagles delivered a dominant 3-0 victory over Liverpool, completing a remarkable triple of triumphs over Arne Slot's side in recent months.

The outcome means Palace have now beaten Liverpool on three separate instances, including a penalty shoot-out win in the Community Shield and a 2-1 league triumph at Selhurst Park.

Away fans could be heard playfully singing, "Can we face you each week?"

Historic Opportunity for Crystal Palace

Although the club's current achievements, Crystal Palace have never made it to the final of this competition, being eliminated at the semi-final phase on 4 previous times.

The last semi-final appearance in this tournament was in 2001, making this campaign especially significant for the club.

Adding to the recently acquired accomplishment, Palace had also not won the FA Cup or Community Shield before this year.

Additional Clubs Progressing

At the same time, several other major sides secured their spot in the subsequent stage.

• Arsenal carried on their strong form with a commanding performance.
• Chelsea also progressed, showing their intent in the competition.
• Newcastle United joined the teams moving forward, providing further intrigue to the competition.

This tournament proceeds to deliver excitement and surprises, setting up an compelling path to the culmination at Wembley.