Newcastle Ends 70-Year Trophy Drought with EFL Cup Victory Over Liverpool
In a historic showdown, Newcastle United triumphed over Liverpool with a 2-1 victory in the EFL Cup final, marking the Magpies’ first major domestic trophy since 1955. The match, held at Wembley Stadium, celebrated a long-awaited achievement for Newcastle fans, who have endured seven decades without silverware.
Newcastle set the tone early, with Dan Burn scoring a towering header just before halftime, sending the Newcastle supporters into raptures. The towering defender, who had earned his first England call-up just days before, was a standout performer, not only for his goal but for his solid defensive display.
Following Burn’s opener, Alexander Isak doubled the lead shortly after the break, sweeping home a cross from Jacob Murphy. The Magpies were in control, showcasing their determination and hunger for victory against a Liverpool side that struggled to find any rhythm.
Despite having dominated possession, Liverpool offered little in terms of attacking threat until Federico Chiesa netted a late goal in the fourth minute of stoppage time. The goal, initially ruled offside, was confirmed by VAR to have been onside, igniting hopes of a dramatic comeback. However, Newcastle held firm through the final moments, securing the win and ending a 70-year trophy drought.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe praised his team’s resilience, stating, “This victory means everything. The players showed incredible character, and I’m proud of what we’ve achieved today.”
For Liverpool, the defeat was a stark contrast to their dominant season in the Premier League, where they remain in contention for the title. Manager Arne Slot acknowledged his side’s poor performance, saying, “We simply weren’t good enough today. We need to learn from this and come back stronger.”
With the EFL Cup secured, Newcastle will revel in their success before turning their attention to upcoming fixtures, including a league match against Brentford on April 2. Liverpool, on the other hand, faces a critical period as they aim to maintain their Premier League lead while recovering from this setback.
