Liverpool boss Arne Slot is one game away from becoming only the eighth manager in the modern era to win the League Cup in their debut season as manager. The League Cup is the earliest major trophy in the English footballing calendar and a big opportunity for a new manager to make a statement.

Chelsea and Manchester City meet in the Women’s Cup final to kick off a run of four clashes between the teams in just 12 days. The first silverware of the season is up for grabs at Pride Park in Derby as Chelsea look to get over the line after three consecutive defeats in the Women’s League final and City aim to win their first trophy since last winning this competition three years ago.

John Obi Mikel has backed Chelsea to win the Premier League  before Arsenal if the Blues do two things in the summer transfer window.Chelsea sit fourth, six points behind the Gunners with the London