Joe Cole has predicted the winner of the Carabao Cup final as Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City this weekend. The two sides have been closely competing in the league and will now meet in a high-stakes encounter to determine who secures early bragging rights.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is eager to claim silverware, having not won a major trophy since 2020. This fixture presents a significant opportunity to end that run and deliver success in a season where expectations have risen considerably.Cole Backs Arsenal for VictoryAs reported by the Metro, Cole said: “I fancy Arsenal, I think Arsenal beat them. Having watched Man City live, I fancy Arsenal, but it’s a great game for the neutral.“I’ll make another prediction, I think there will be a bit of needle and a little bit of nastiness on the benches. There’s a lot of tension building at this point in the season so look out for that.”His comments suggest confidence in Arsenal’s current form, while also highlighting the intensity and potential friction that could arise during such an important match.Momentum Favours the GunnersBoth teams possess the quality required to win the final, making it a difficult contest to call with certainty. However, Arsenal appear to have momentum on their side, particularly as Manchester City’s recent performances have raised concerns.City has enjoyed a strong season overall, yet a heavy defeat in their most recent Champions League outing and a growing points gap behind Arsenal in the league indicate potential struggles. These factors could influence the outcome of the final, especially if Arsenal are able to maintain their current level of performance.With both clubs determined to secure the trophy, the match is set to be a closely contested affair, with fine margins likely to decide the outcome._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest News‘There’s a lot of tension building’ Joe Cole predicts the Carabao Cup final17 March 2026, 18:00‘If you get a corner’ Kyle Walker comes to the defence of Arsenal17 March 2026, 17:00Henry names the most important trophy that Arsenal needs to win17 March 2026, 16:00The post ‘There’s a lot of tension building’ Joe Cole predicts the Carabao Cup final appeared first on Just Arsenal News.