Becky Causes Problems Between Carla and Lisa | Coronation Street

Tensions are reaching boiling point on Coronation Street as Becky’s unexpected return begins to cause a dangerous rift between Carla and Lisa.

What starts as an innocent act of support spirals into jealousy, mistrust, and emotional turmoil — threatening one of the cobbles’ most stable relationships.

When Carla returns from Ireland, she’s eager to resume life in Weatherfield and reunite with her partner, Lisa. But it’s clear from the moment she steps back onto the street

that something isn’t quite right. Roy, ever the quiet observer, notices Carla’s unease immediately. Their brief chat in the café reveals Carla’s excitement to be home —

but also hints that her past anxieties aren’t entirely behind her. She believes her future is here, yet shadows of doubt are beginning to creep in.

Meanwhile, Lisa is trying to juggle everything — work, motherhood, and the chaos that seems to follow her wherever she goes. Enter Becky, a familiar face with a complicated history. She’s back in Weatherfield and quickly slips into Lisa’s orbit, offering comfort and practical help while Carla’s been away. At first, it seems harmless. Becky helps with little Betsy, steps in at the right moments, and even brings laughter back into the household. But it’s not long before the line between friendship and intrusion begins to blur.

When Carla finally returns, her reunion with Lisa is warm but slightly strained. The chemistry is still there, yet something feels… off. That’s when Becky’s name comes up — and suddenly, Carla’s smile fades. Lisa casually mentions that Becky has been staying over “to help with Betsy,” but Carla can’t hide the flicker of jealousy in her eyes. To her, it’s not about trust — it’s about boundaries.

Later, when Becky unexpectedly drops by, the tension becomes impossible to ignore. A simple dinner turns awkward when Becky declines food and insists she’s “no bother.” Lisa tries to smooth things over, but Carla’s suspicion only grows. When she later learns that Becky slept on the sofa, it’s the final straw. Carla’s anger bubbles over, accusing Lisa of crossing a line while she was gone.

Lisa, however, stands her ground. She insists that nothing happened — that Becky was only there to support her through a rough patch with Betsy. In fact, Becky was the one who helped prove Betsy’s innocence over the vandalism incident that had the whole street whispering. “You’re making a bigger deal out of this than it needs to be,” Lisa insists, but Carla isn’t convinced. She throws a sharp retort: “So if I invited Peter over to stay the night while you were away, that would be fine, would it?”

The argument exposes deeper insecurities. Lisa pleads for understanding, reminding Carla that their love has always been strong enough to withstand anything. But Carla’s heart is heavy. She wants to believe Lisa — she needs to — but the thought of Becky’s presence in her home lingers like an unshakable shadow.

Roy, who’s quietly watched the storm unfold, offers his trademark wisdom. He tells Carla that Lisa and Becky have indeed been spending a lot of time together — “understandable, given the circumstances.” But when Carla presses him for more, Roy admits something that sends her reeling. “Lisa said it was complicated,” he confides gently. “That despite any feelings they have, she’s simply trying to do the best for the child.”

Carla freezes. Despite any feelings they have? The phrase echoes in her mind like a warning bell. What feelings exactly? Is there something deeper between Lisa and Becky that she’s been blind to?

When Lisa returns home later that day, she finds Carla distant and withdrawn. The tension crackles between them as Becky’s presence continues to loom large. Carla finally admits she confronted Roy, and Lisa’s frustration turns to exasperation. “You think I’d lie to you?” she asks quietly. “I love you. I want to be with you.”

There’s a pause — a heavy silence where everything could crumble. Then Carla finally nods. “I do trust you,” she whispers. “I just don’t trust her.”

For a brief moment, it seems like peace has been restored. Lisa smiles softly, relieved. But the moment she turns away, Carla’s face darkens with doubt. She knows Weatherfield secrets never stay buried for long — and Becky’s return might just be the beginning of something neither of them can control.

Back at Roy’s café, whispers begin to circulate. Residents notice Becky’s increasing closeness with Lisa and wonder whether old emotions are stirring again. When Carla drops in later, her polite demeanor masks a quiet fury. She tells Roy she’s ready to move past it — but her tone betrays her. Roy, ever the voice of reason, reminds her that love is fragile, especially when trust begins to crack.

As the week continues, Becky seems unaware — or perhaps unconcerned — about the tension she’s caused. She pops by to see Lisa, claiming she just wants to check on Betsy. Lisa hesitates but lets her in. Their easy laughter echoes down the hall — just as Carla arrives home early from work. She freezes in the doorway, her heart sinking at the sight before her.

The episode ends with Carla silently watching the two women from across the room, her expression a mix of heartbreak and suspicion. Becky’s smile falters as she senses the chill in the air, while Lisa turns, caught between the two people who’ve defined her life in very different ways.

The camera lingers on Carla’s face — determined, wounded, and uncertain. One thing’s for sure: Becky’s return to Weatherfield has stirred emotions that can’t easily be buried. And as the cobbles rumble with gossip, it’s clear that this love triangle is only just beginning.

Coronation Street fans, brace yourselves — because the drama between Carla, Lisa, and Becky is about to explode, and when it does, no one will walk away unscathed.