Chelsea start the match with back three formation, as Marc Cucurella and Malo Gusto line up as wing-backs, and that system work well for the Blues for the first one hour of the game, as Arsenal no really get any clear-cut chance.
Liam Rosenior tactic help Chelsea frustrate Arsenal early, with the Gunners struggling to break dem down or create anything serious in attack.
But as time dey run out and Chelsea still need goal to get back into the tie, Rosenior forced to change approach around the 60th minute, bringing on Estevao to replace one of the central defenders so dem fit attack more.
The change give Chelsea small momentum, as dem begin push forward more and spend more time for Arsenal half, but despite that, dem still find am hard to break down the solid Gunners defence.
As the match remain goalless for long, anxiety begin show for the Emirates, and Arsenal fans voices loud for the stadium as tension increase.
Still, Arsenal show again why dem be one of the best defensive teams for the world right now, limiting Chelsea to very few real chances and staying compact till the final whistle.
As Chelsea commit plenty men forward for the dying seconds of the game in desperate search of the goal wey dem need, Arsenal take full advantage on the counter-attack.
The Gunners tear Chelsea defence apart with pace and precision, and that one moment seal the game and the tie.
Rosenior go surely disappointed say him side no fit find way back into the match, and questions go dey asked about Chelsea approach, as dem set up mainly to cancel Arsenal without showing enough attacking intent.
The Blues also appear to lack clear Plan B when the original system no work, and that cost dem chance to reach the final.
ARSENAL VS CHELSEA HIGHLIGHTS
Kai Havertz goal vs Chelsea (97th minute, Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea)
Kai Havertz don win am for Arsenal, and the Gunners don book their ticket go Wembley!
Chelsea get caught badly on the counter-attack, with Arsenal three attackers running against just one defender.
Declan Rice spread the ball perfectly into Havertz path, and the German calmly enter the box, round the goalkeeper with confidence and slot the ball into the empty net.
Na late drama, but Arsenal deserve am after their discipline and patience all through the game.
MAN OF THE MATCH – GABRIEL MAGALHAES
This EFL Cup semi-final second leg no really get attacking fire till the final seconds, and because of that, the Man of the Match award go to Arsenal defensive rock, Gabriel Magalhaes.
The Brazilian defender put in a massive shift at the back as Arsenal keep yet another clean sheet.
Gabriel win the most duels for the match with eight, make two tackles, four clearances and recover the ball five times, leading the defence with authority.
Another top performance wey underline why Arsenal defence dey so hard to break this season.
ARSENAL VS CHELSEA MATCH STATS
Possession: Arsenal 44% – 56% Chelsea
Shots: Arsenal 5 – 14 Chelsea
Shots on Target: Arsenal 2 – 2 Chelsea
Corners: Arsenal 2 – 5 Chelsea
Fouls: Arsenal 14 – 12 Chelsea
WHAT NEXT?
Arsenal attention now return to the Premier League as dem continue their push for the title.
The Gunners go welcome Sunderland to the Emirates on Saturday, looking to strengthen their position at the top of the table.
Chelsea, on the other hand, go travel to Molineux to face Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday as dem try bounce back from this EFL Cup disappointment.
