Arsenal kept their impressive run in the Carabao Cup going with a 4-2 win over Ipswich Town in the third round on Tuesday. The match, played at Portman Road, saw 16-year-old Max Dowman score twice, while Noni Madueke and Mikel Merino also found the back of the net. Merino, who captained Arsenal during the game, received high praise from manager Mikel Arteta for his versatility, intelligence, and impact on the team. Arteta described Merino as "unbelievable," noting his ability to play in multiple positions and his strong personality. Merino joined Arsenal from Spanish club Real Sociedad in August 2024 for around £31.6 million. Since then, he has made 84 appearances for the club, scoring 16 goals in all competitions. Despite only starting in four Premier League matches this season, Merino expressed pride in being named captain for the game, calling it an honor to represent the club. The match featured Spain international Martin Zubimendi alongside Merino in the starting lineup. After the victory, Arsenal will face the fourth-round draw on Wednesday, which will take place after Manchester United's game against Brighton at Old Trafford. The third round will see four matches played on Wednesday, with Manchester City hosting Norwich City in the final game of the stage. Tottenham, Leeds, Hull, and Ipswich have already been eliminated from the competition. The Carabao Cup, also known as the EFL Cup, is a knockout competition involving teams from the Premier League and lower divisions, offering a chance for smaller clubs to reach higher tiers of English football.