Kathmandu,

January 12,

Southampton stunned Manchester City to book a place in the semifinals of the English League Cup on Wednesday.

First-half goals from Sekou Mara and Moussa Djenepo allowed the hosts to aside worries about their relegation battle and provide its fans with a reason for celebrating.

Eight-time winner City was the overwhelming favorite to progress to the semifina ls after dominating the competition in recent times, lifting the trophy on six occasions in the last nine years.

However, Southampton moved a step closer to the final at Wembley with the most impressive win yet since manager Nathan Jones was appointed in November.