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  "title": "Arsenal stunned by fourth-tier Fleetwood in League Cup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/arsenal-stunned-by-fourth-tier-fleetwood-in-league-cup",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-28T00:19:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
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    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/arsenal-stunned-by-fourth-tier-fleetwood-in-league-cup-1.500726227"
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  "account": "Arsenal's prestigious League Cup journey came to an abrupt end on Tuesday as they were humiliated by the minnows of the fourth tier, Fleetwood. The Premier League champions were stunned in a shocking fourth-round upset, losing 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time. Arsenal's Bruno Guimaraes had his penalty saved by Fleetwood's Jay Lynch, while Conor Haughey's winner ensured Fleetwood's victory. The result marked one of the biggest upsets in English soccer history, as Arsenal's roster, valued at $1.5 billion, were defeated by Fleetwood's $3 million squad. The 16-year-old Max Dowman was sent off for violent conduct in the final minutes, further tarnishing Arsenal's reputation. The defeat showcased the disastrous consequences of Arteta's decision to make nine changes, prioritizing Sunday's Premier League match against Liverpool. This loss to Fleetwood will remain etched in Arsenal's history as the darkest day in the club's illustrious past.",
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        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/who-is-ceadach-oneill-arsenal-teenager-makes-senior-debut-against",
        "published": "2026-10-27T19:25:27.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Arsenal stunned by fourth-tier Fleetwood in League Cup",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/arsenal-stunned-by-fourth-tier-fleetwood-in-league-cup-16814815",
        "published": "2026-10-27T22:38:17.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Arsenal stunned by fourth-tier Fleetwood in League Cup",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/arsenal-stunned-by-fourth-tier-fleetwood-in-league-cup-16814561",
        "published": "2026-10-27T22:39:03.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Fourth-tier Fleetwood stun Arsenal in League Cup shootout",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/fourth-tier-fleetwood-stun-arsenal-in-league-cup-shootout",
        "published": "2026-10-27T22:40:28.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "ABC News",
        "title": "Arsenal knocked out of League Cup by fourth-tier minnow in all-time upset",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/arsenal-knocked-out-of-league-cup-by-fourth-tier-minnow-in-all-time",
        "published": "2026-10-27T22:54:59.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Fourth-tier Fleetwood stun Arsenal in League Cup shock",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/fourth-tier-fleetwood-stun-arsenal-in-league-cup-shock",
        "published": "2026-10-28T01:56:22.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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