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It was a night of major upsets and expected progressions in the EFL Cup, with one of the tournament's front-runners making an unexpected departure.

Surprise Loss for Liverpool

The Eagles delivered a dominant three-nil win over Liverpool, completing a remarkable triple of successes over the Anfield outfit in the last few months.

This result signifies the South London club have now beaten Liverpool on three distinct instances, which includes a spot-kick win in the Community Shield and a 2-1 league win at Selhurst Park.

Away fans could be heard playfully chanting, "Can we face you every week?"

Historic Chance for Crystal Palace

Despite their current successes, Crystal Palace have never reached the final of this competition, having fallen at the last-four phase on four past occasions.

Their most recent penultimate stage appearance was in 2001, making this run particularly significant for them.

Compounding their recently acquired accomplishment, Palace had also not claimed the Football Association Challenge Cup or Community Shield prior to this year.

Additional Teams Progressing

Meanwhile, several other big clubs secured their place in the next round.

• The Gunners continued their impressive form with a convincing display.
• The Blues also advanced, demonstrating their determination in the tournament.
• The Magpies were among the qualifiers, providing more excitement to the competition.

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