League Cup Elimination of Manchester United, Entering the Finals

On February 6, a biting cold wind swept across England, yet it could not disperse the fiery atmosphere at Old Trafford Stadium.

On this day, the headline clash of the 2013–2014 League Cup semifinal second leg officially unfolded here.

Arsenal faced Manchester United away from home in a do-or-die showdown for a ticket to the Wembley final, ready to erupt at any moment.

In the First Leg, Arsenal had narrowly defeated Manchester United 2–1 at Emirates Stadium. Holding a one-goal advantage, they had taken the initiative in advancing.

But Old Trafford had always been a devilish home ground, and Manchester United's iron-blooded resilience had never been something to underestimate.

For Manchester United, there was no way back in this match. Only by attacking with everything they had and defeating Arsenal could they turn the situation around and reach the final.

For Arsenal, playing away, all they needed was to protect their advantage and keep their composure to secure a place in the final and launch their challenge for their first trophy of this season.

Two hours before the match, the area outside Old Trafford Stadium was already packed with people.

Manchester United fans, dressed in red shirts, waved team flags and sang Manchester United's Team Song with soaring momentum, turning the entire area around the stadium into a sea of red.

Cries of "Red Devils will win!" and "Turn it around against Arsenal! March into Wembley!" rose and fell, echoing into the sky.

Their eyes were resolute, their faces full of anticipation. They longed for their team to create a miracle at home and eliminate their bitter rivals in a comeback.

Although Arsenal's traveling supporters were fewer in number than the home fans, they showed no weakness whatsoever.

Wearing Arsenal's red kits, they stood in a corner of Old Trafford,