Liverpool and Newcastle United are set to clash at Wembley this weekend in the highly anticipated 2025 Carabao Cup final.
The Reds, fresh off a midweek defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, are eager to rebound and secure their first trophy since Jurgen Klopp's departure. Under the guidance of Arne Slot, Liverpool aims to reclaim its winning momentum.
For Newcastle United, the stakes are monumental. They have not lifted a major domestic trophy in 69 years, and the prospect of ending that drought could become a reality by 6:30 PM on Sunday. However, they face a formidable opponent in Liverpool, a team resolutely focused on overcoming their recent Champions League disappointment in the capital.
Currently, Liverpool sits atop the Premier League, having bested Newcastle 2-0 at Anfield just weeks ago. Yet, the passionate support from 32,000 Magpies fans at Wembley, along with countless others cheering from homes and pubs globally, means that past performances will hold little weight in this crucial encounter.
Match Details
- Date: Sunday, March 16
- Time: 12:30 PM ET
- Live Stream: Paramount+ (with a seven-day free trial available)
Liverpool Team News
Ahead of this vital match, Liverpool has suffered a significant setback: Trent Alexander-Arnold has been sidelined due to a knee injury sustained during the loss to PSG. Alongside him, Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez will also miss the match, prompting Slot to consider Jarell Quansah as a makeshift right-back.
Despite being substituted against PSG, Ibrahima Konate remains a viable option for the starting lineup and could partner with Virgil van Dijk in the defensive setup.
Newcastle United Team News
Newcastle faces its own challenges with left-back Lewis Hall out due to a foot injury, joining long-term absentees Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles on the bench. The absence of key forward Anthony Gordon, who is suspended, poses a significant threat to Newcastle's attacking strategies. Gordon has been a standout performer this season, and finding a suitable replacement in such a high-pressure match will be daunting.
To cover for Gordon, Newcastle might look to Harvey Barnes to take up the left-wing position, while Jacob Murphy could be called upon to support Alexander Isak on the right flank.
Listen to the Match
Fans can catch the live commentary of the Liverpool vs. Newcastle match on BBC Radio 5 Live. The station is accessible via DAB radio, MW frequencies (693 kHz, 909 kHz, 990 kHz), or through various TV packages. Additionally, listeners can tune in online via the BBC website or the BBC Sounds app.
Prediction
While Liverpool is on the verge of clinching a record-equalling 20th Premier League title, the recent setback in the Champions League has dampened the mood at Anfield. Nevertheless, the team’s experience in high-stakes matches may provide them with the edge needed to triumph.
This encounter promises to be fiercely contested, but Liverpool is favored to emerge victorious, potentially prolonging Newcastle’s lengthy title drought.
Zainab Y.
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