Last Wednesday’s performance and atmosphere at St James’ Park were simply electric, and the team did not disappoint under the lights. Now, we have an exciting trip to Wembley on March 16th, and the opponent is no easy feat.
The Form Team of the Year
Liverpool, the team currently topping the Premier League, have been the form team this season. They also topped the 36-club Champions League league stage, making them a formidable opponent. In fact, the Reds are the one Premier League team that Eddie Howe is yet to beat as Newcastle United manager (excluding Luton, who spent only one year in the division). Newcastle United managers have not beaten Liverpool in nearly a decade, with the last 15 meetings resulting in 10 losses and 5 draws.
A Historic Treble in Sight
Liverpool are hopeful of achieving a historic treble, having already won the Carabao Cup this season (with Plymouth denying them an even more historic quadruple). The Reds have won this very trophy more than any other club, with two of the last three editions of the competition belonging to them.
Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup Journey
Since Eddie Howe took over at St James’ Park, no other team has won as many Carabao Cup games as Newcastle United. Ignoring Steve Bruce’s ‘we didn’t lose on the night’ theory, the Magpies have won fourteen matches in the competition. This season, they have won six games, including both semi-final legs, to reach the final.
## The Formidable Challenge Ahead
In three years and sixteen Carabao Cup fixtures, Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United have only lost two games – one on penalties and the other in the final. They have faced a challenging path, including early away ties and matches against Premier League opponents. However, the team has executed their games with precision, dispatching the likes of Palace, Bournemouth, Leicester, and Southampton.
The records of the ‘big six’ teams in the Carabao Cup further highlight the magnitude of the task ahead. Liverpool, with 13 games, 10 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, stand out as the dominant force. The Reds have won the competition in the last three seasons, making them the firm favorites.
## A Chance to Make History
As Newcastle United prepare to face the might of Liverpool, the opportunity to lift their first major trophy since man first walked on the moon presents itself. The Magpies have beaten four of the ‘big six’ teams in the last three cup campaigns, showcasing their ability to overcome the giants of the Premier League.
Will it be Liverpool adding an 11th Carabao Cup triumph to their trophy cabinet, or will Newcastle United make history and lift the trophy for the first time? The stage is set for an epic clash at Wembley, and the outcome will undoubtedly leave a lasting mark on the season.
Call to Action:
Don’t miss this thrilling Carabao Cup final showdown between Newcastle United and Liverpool. Tune in on March 16th and witness history in the making!
