To the battle for quarterfinal berths in English football's League Cup..

Spurs have knocked over Premier League leaders Manchester City 2-1 - on beIN Sports.

A better day - though - for City's flailing Manchester rivals.

In their first match under new interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy - they've thumped Leicester 5-2.

Liverpool's also advanced after a 3-2 win at Brighton, Arsenal thrashed Championship side Preston 3-nil, Newcastle ended Chelsea's campaign 2-nil and Crystal Palace beat Aston Villa 2-1.