Newcastle End 70-Year Trophy Drought with Carabao Cup Triumph Over Liverpool
Newcastle United secured their first major domestic trophy in 70 years with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealed a historic win, marking Newcastle’s first silverware since their 1969 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup triumph.
The Toon Army erupted in celebration as Eddie Howe’s side etched their names into club folklore. Burn, fresh from his England call-up, opened the scoring with a powerful header from a Kieran Trippier corner just before halftime. Isak doubled the lead early in the second half, capitalizing on Jacob Murphy’s knockdown with a clinical finish.
Liverpool, still recovering from their Champions League exit to PSG, managed a late consolation goal through Federico Chiesa, but Newcastle held firm to claim their first domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup.
Howe Delivers Historic Glory
This triumph cements Eddie Howe’s place in Newcastle’s history, as he ends the club’s long trophy drought and secures a European competition spot for next season.
Throughout the match, Newcastle showed greater energy and attacking intent. Joelinton dominated in midfield, disrupting Liverpool’s rhythm, while Tino Livramento kept Mohamed Salah quiet. The win also breaks Newcastle’s nine-game losing streak at Wembley, dating back to their last FA Cup success.
For Burn, a lifelong Newcastle fan, the moment was even sweeter—just days after his England call-up, he exploited poor Liverpool marking to score the opener. Isak’s composed finish then gave Newcastle a cushion that proved decisive.
Liverpool’s Disappointing Week Continues
Despite leading the Premier League, Liverpool’s hopes of multiple trophies took a major blow. After crashing out of the Champions League to PSG, their Carabao Cup dreams were shattered by a dominant Newcastle performance.
Liverpool struggled throughout—Salah was neutralized, their midfield lacked intensity, and defensive lapses proved costly. Burn’s goal highlighted their set-piece vulnerability, with Alexis Mac Allister left marking the towering defender. Isak’s strike further exposed their defensive weaknesses.
Arne Slot’s side looked fatigued, and with the international break approaching, they will hope to regroup and refocus on their push for a record-equalling 20th league title.
While Liverpool’s season has been impressive, this cup final defeat caps off a bitterly disappointing week.
