How many Carabao Cup does Man City have? Where do they rank in the top 10 winners?

For the first time in 8 years, the footballing world witnessed Man City and Arsenal clash in a Carabao Cup final. However, the memories of yesterday’s encounter at Wembley were painfully familiar for the North London side. Back in 2018, under the management of the legendary Arsene Wenger, Arsenal suffered a humiliating 0-3 defeat in the final against the same opponent. That day, goals from Sergio Aguero, Vincent Kompany, and David Silva tore the Gunners apart, forcing them to surrender the trophy without a fight. 

Yesterday, a sense of deja vu haunted the Arsenal faithful as their hearts were broken once again in a clinical 90-minute display by the reigning champions of Manchester. The match yesterday remained a tense, tactical stalemate for the first hour, but the deadlock was eventually shattered by an unlikely hero. 

In a stunning 5-minute blitz between the 60th and 64th minute, young defender Nico O’Reilly netted a sensational brace to seal a 2-0 victory for the Citizens. This result further cements Man City’s status as a superpower, a transformation fueled by the immense backing of their UAE ownership since 2008.

By lifting the trophy yesterday, Pep Guardiola’s men have not only maintained their domestic stranglehold but have also moved significantly clear of their local rivals, Manchester United, in terms of League Cup success. In this special report, Soccerwayuk explores the historical significance of this win and answers the ultimate question: How many Carabao Cups does Man City have?

How many Carabao Cups does Man City have?

Following yesterday’s triumph, Man City now boasts a total of 9 titles. These victories were achieved in 1970, 1976, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and now 2026. Having appeared in 10 finals throughout their history, the Citizens possess a staggering 90% win rate in the ultimate game, a level of efficiency unmatched by any other elite English club. 

Before yesterday’s victory over Arsenal, their most recent triumph in this competition was the 2021 final against Tottenham Hotspur. In that match, Aymeric Laporte scored the only goal in the 82nd minute to secure a 1-0 win, marking the end of a legendary 4-year winning streak.

Under the guidance of Guardiola, the Etihad outfit has won 6 of their 9 titles. From 2018 to 2021, City established a historic "four-peat," breaking the long-standing record held by Liverpool, who won 4 consecutively between 1981 and 1984. This era of absolute rule was only interrupted in the 2021-2022 season by West Ham United, who knocked City out on penalties after a 0-0 draw, ending a 5-year unbeaten run in the competition.

By defeating Arsenal yesterday, Man City has also exacted the perfect revenge for their 2023 Community Shield loss to the Gunners at the same venue. This 9th trophy puts them just one title away from equaling the all-time record of 10 held by Liverpool, further solidifying their place as the modern kings of the League Cup.

Top 10 most successful clubs in Carabao Cup history 

Liverpool leads the pack with ten titles (1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1995, 2001, 2003, 2012, 2022, 2024), having reached 14 finals. Their most successful era came under Bob Paisley, and their most recent win in 2024 saw Virgil van Dijk score a dramatic extra-time winner against Chelsea. 

Man City follows in second with 9 titles, primarily fueled by the Guardiola era. Man United sits third with six trophies (1992, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2017, 2023). Their first title came under Sir Alex Ferguson in 1992, while their most recent success was a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in 2023 under Erik ten Hag.

Aston Villa and Chelsea share the fourth spot with five titles each. Villa was the inaugural winner in 1961, though their last final appearance in 2020 ended in defeat to Man City. Chelsea’s most successful period was under Jose Mourinho, but they recently suffered heartbreak in the 2024 final. 

Tottenham and Nottingham Forest both hold four titles. Spurs last tasted glory in 2008 against Chelsea, while all of Forest’s wins came during the golden age of Brian Clough in the late 70s and 80s. Leicester City occupies eighth place with three wins (1964, 1997, 2000), having been remarkably clinical in their five final appearances. 

Finally, Arsenal and Birmingham City round out the top ten with two titles each. Despite Arsenal's global stature, they have lost six finals, including their 2018 defeat to City. Birmingham’s last triumph was a sensational 2-1 upset against Arsenal in 2011, thanks to a last-minute Obafemi Martins goal.

The most successful clubs in Carabao Cup history:

Liverpool: 10 titles

Manchester City: 9 titles

Manchester United: 6 titles

Aston Villa: 5 titles

Chelsea: 5 titles

Tottenham Hotspur: 4 titles

Nottingham Forest: 4 titles

Leicester City: 3 titles

Arsenal: 2 titles

Birmingham City: 2 titles

Soccerwayuk congratulates Man City on their illustrious record in this competition. As we await the 2026 final, the question remains: How many Carabao Cup does Man City have by the end of this season? We hope both teams deliver a spectacle worthy of the Wembley stage. 

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