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Newcastle Defeat Liverpool 2-1 to Win First Major Trophy in 70 Years
Newcastle United defeated Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final, securing their first major trophy since 1955.
Newcastle United defeated Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final, securing their first major trophy since 1955.
Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealed the historic win at Wembley.
Newcastle United made history on Sunday by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium, securing their first major trophy since 1955.
The match began cautiously, but Newcastle took the lead just before halftime when defender Dan Burn scored with a header from a corner in first-half stoppage time.
The Magpies extended their advantage in the 52nd minute when Alexander Isak capitalized on a defensive lapse to double their lead.
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Liverpool struggled to mount a comeback despite multiple substitutions by manager Arne Slot. Federico Chiesa pulled one back in injury time (90+4), but Newcastle held firm to seal a famous victory.
The final whistle confirmed Newcastle’s long-awaited triumph, ending a 70-year trophy drought. The win also marks Eddie Howe’s first major cup victory as a manager.
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