Newcastle Ends 56-Year Drought and Lifts the Trophy at Wembley

Newcastle United ended a 56-year wait for silverware by defeating Liverpool 1-2 in the Carabao Cup final. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured the club’s first domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup and their first overall title since the 1969 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup. This victory marks a milestone in the ambitious project led by the Saudi investment fund, which has transformed the team from relegation battles to Champions League qualification—and now, to cup glory. The moment was even more special for Dan Burn, a lifelong Newcastle fan, who had the honor of scoring the opening goal in a final where his team dominated from the start.

Liverpool Falls Short and Ends the Season Without Silverware

Still reeling from their recent Champions League elimination, Liverpool struggled to find their rhythm. Isak’s second goal came shortly after he had one disallowed, leaving the Reds with no way back. Although Federico Chiesa pulled one back in stoppage time, it was too little, too late, and Arne Slot’s side will finish the season without a cup. Meanwhile, Newcastle not only celebrates its long-awaited trophy but also secures a spot in the Europa League, further solidifying its return to the top of English football.