Chelsea had a dominant 5-0 victory over Barrow, with Christopher Nkunku scoring a hat-trick. Walsall held Leicester City to a goalless draw in the first half. Meanwhile, Aston Villa secured a 1-0 win against Wycombe Wanderers, with Emiliano Buendia scoring the lone goal. In Manchester City’s match against Watford, they were leading 2-0 at halftime.
In other key events, AFC Wimbledon’s match against Newcastle United was postponed due to flooding, while Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell made his first appearance after a summer of uncertainty. Manchester City made nine changes to their XI, with 16-year-old Kaden Braithwaite making his debut. Watford also had a new debutant in 36-year-old Angelo Ogbonna.
Overall, it was an eventful evening of League Cup matches with goals, near misses, and standout performances. The matches showcased the depth of talent in the squads and provided exciting moments for fans to enjoy.
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