Fourth-tier side Fleetwood Town have made history after knocking reigning Premier League champions Arsenal out of the Carabao Cup in a dramatic penalty shootout on Tuesday night.

Fleetwood secured a 5-3 victory on penalties after the two teams drew 1-1 in normal time at Highbury Stadium. The result sent the League Two side into the quarter-finals for the first time in their history.

Arsenal entered the match as favourites, but Fleetwood proved difficult to beat as they defended strongly against their more experienced opponents.

The home side took a surprising lead in the 21st minute through Aaron Loupalo-Bi, who finished calmly after getting past young Arsenal defender Marli Salmon.

Arsenal struggled to break through Fleetwood's defence before the break, with several attacking attempts failing to produce an equaliser.

However, the visitors returned from the dressing room with renewed energy and drew level in the 50th minute. Viktor Gyokeres scored from close range after good work by teenage winger Ceadach O'Neill.

Arsenal continued to push for a winning goal, creating several chances, but Fleetwood goalkeeper Jay Lynch produced important saves to keep his team in the match.

The Gunners suffered another setback when young midfielder Max Dowman was sent off late in the game following an incident involving Fleetwood's Harrison Neal.

Despite Arsenal's pressure, Fleetwood held on until the final whistle, forcing the match into a penalty shootout.

The home side kept their composure from the spot, converting all five penalties. Arsenal missed one of their attempts when Lynch saved Bruno Guimaraes' kick.

Fleetwood defender Conor Haughey then scored the decisive penalty, sparking celebrations among the players and supporters at the stadium.

The victory represents a major achievement for Fleetwood, who compete in England's fourth tier and sit far below Arsenal in the football league system.

For Arsenal, the defeat is a disappointing end to their Carabao Cup campaign, while Fleetwood will now look forward to the quarter-final draw and another opportunity to continue their remarkable run.

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