Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick has suggested that his team beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final clash on Tuesday because his players were disciplined, tactically smart and showed some real quality and composure against the Blues.

DAILY POST recalls that the Championship side stunned Chelsea at home 1-0.

Carrick’s side will now hope to get a good result in the second leg against the Premier League club at Stamford Bridge in a fortnight.

“It was a really good night; hopefully we can create some more of them in the future,” Carrick said in his post-match interview.

“The boys were immense. They were disciplined, tactically smart and showed some real quality and composure to play. Everyone literally had to perform and absolutely empty the tank.

“[It’s only halftime] but the players should still celebrate and applaud their effort. They’ve got to embrace it now. I keep saying that the next leg is a totally different one, a new challenge. We are ready for it, looking forward to it, and will embrace the challenge.”

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