2013 Capital One Cup Final vs Swansea City

Lore & Background

City recorded their first silverware of the Manuel Pellegrini era on 2 March 2014, when they lifted the Football League Cup. It was the club's first triumph in the competition since 1976.

In Their Own Story

Wembley's floodlights cut through the cold London air, illuminating a pitch where ninety minutes of stalemate had left both sides breathless. Segregated stands echoed with nervous anticipation as the referee signaled for penalties. Joe Hart stood rooted in his goal, watching Swansea’s Danny Graham step up; the dive came late but true, parrying the ball away into the darkness. Moments later, Michel Vorm's attempt met the same fate. The final whistle did not bring a roar of open play, but the collective release of a city waking from an eighteen-year slumber.

Reader's Guide

The match ended 3-0 in regular time, with goals from Yaya Touré, Edin Džeko, and an own goal by Swansea's Ben Davies. No penalties were taken.

Did You Know?

• This was the first time Manchester City had won two trophies in a season since 1969–70.
• City won the Premier League for the second time in three seasons on 11 May 2014.