Liverpool Falter in League Cup Final Defeat to Newcastle
Liverpool produced one of their worst performances in a major final, falling 2-1 to Newcastle United at Wembley. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured victory for the Magpies, while Federico Chiesa’s late strike wasn’t enough to spark a comeback.
This defeat means Arne Slot’s wait for silverware continues, though Liverpool still sit comfortably at the top of the Premier League, 12 points clear with nine games remaining.
Player Ratings Overview
- Virgil van Dijk (8) was Liverpool’s standout performer, commanding defensively and pushing forward late in the game.
- Jarell Quansah (7) showed promise despite shifting positions.
- Mohamed Salah (3) and Diogo Jota (3) struggled to make an impact in attack, with Luis Díaz (4) and Dominik Szoboszlai (5) also failing to inspire.
- Ryan Gravenberch (4) and Alexis Mac Allister (5) had forgettable performances in midfield.
- Federico Chiesa (7) provided a late spark off the bench with a well-taken goal.
What’s Next for Liverpool?
With the Premier League title race still in their hands, Liverpool must regroup quickly. Slot will need to address the lack of intensity and creativity shown in this final to ensure his side doesn’t stumble in the final stretch of the season.
Liverpool fans will hope this defeat is just a blip, but their performance at Wembley raised serious concerns ahead of the decisive months to come.
