Newcastle United backed to pull off Carabao Cup upset against Liverpool—on one condition
The Magpies set for showdown against Premier League leaders in March
Newcastle United’s opponents for the Carabao Cup final in March have been confirmed, as Liverpool cruised past Tottenham Hotspur in their semi-final second leg.
Some fans in the Chronicle Live comments section believe this presents a golden opportunity for Newcastle to secure long-awaited silverware.
The Magpies convincingly defeated Arsenal over two legs, securing a 4-0 aggregate victory. Now, they aim to avenge their 2023 final loss to Manchester United and end a trophy drought spanning generations.
Liverpool, on the other hand, will be determined to retain the title, having won the competition last season.
This marks their 11th League Cup triumph and the first major silverware under manager Arne Slot.
Liverpool overcame a first-leg deficit, recovering from a 1-0 loss by scoring four past an injury-hit Tottenham side.
In a poll of 2,000 fans, 86% expressed a preference for facing Spurs in the final. However, Newcastle will now go head-to-head with the current Premier League leaders instead.
Facing Liverpool will be a significant challenge, given their current form, but some fans argue that this is the ideal moment to go all-out for a trophy. Commenter Paranoidandroid sees an advantage in being the underdog:
“In some ways, meeting Liverpool in the final might take the pressure off Newcastle. The TV commentators are acting as if Liverpool have already won, so all the expectations are on them, not us! Let’s get down there and upset their little apple cart!”
Another fan, Terrymcdine, actually wanted Newcastle to play Liverpool rather than Spurs:
“I was actually hoping it would be Liverpool. We’ve already beaten Spurs twice this season, and it’s rare for a team to win three times against the same opponent in one campaign.
We’ve won at Manchester United and Arsenal for the first time in years—maybe we’re due a win against Liverpool too.”
Meanwhile, Magpiekenscotland remains optimistic but realistic about the challenge ahead:
“On our day, we can beat anyone, but let’s not get carried away. Liverpool are the best team in the league, so it’s not going to be easy.”
Fan Tony1971 is filled with excitement:
“Come on, fellas, do us proud and bring home a trophy! We’ve had a really good season, playing some fantastic football.
Sure, we’ve had a few poor performances, but overall, this team is impressive! So, without asking for too much, can we finish in the top four and win the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, please?”
However, Petrus raises concerns about squad depth and injuries:
“Playing Liverpool twice in a short span while staying injury-free is a tough task. Keeping the first team fit is Newcastle’s only real chance.
This is where squad depth becomes crucial, something that has worried fans throughout the transfer window.
Liverpool have a deep squad with plenty of options, but Newcastle must be at full strength. The team and fans will be up for it—Howay the Lads!”
As the final approaches, excitement builds among Newcastle supporters.
The Magpies face a massive challenge against Liverpool, but fans remain hopeful that this could finally be the moment to lift a trophy.
