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Newcastle United claimed their first domestic trophy in 70 years with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley. The triumph also ended their long wait for major silverware since winning the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1969.

Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured the win for Eddie Howe’s side, cementing their place in club history. Burn, recently called up to the England squad, powered in a header from Kieran Trippier’s corner in first-half stoppage time. Isak doubled the lead in the 52nd minute, finishing clinically from Jacob Murphy’s knockdown.

Liverpool, coming off a Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain, managed a late consolation through Federico Chiesa, but Newcastle held firm to lift their first major domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup.

The final whistle sparked celebrations among Newcastle fans as their team ended a 56-year trophy drought. The victory secures European football for next season and solidifies Howe’s legacy on Tyneside.

Newcastle dominated Liverpool, showing more energy and determination. Joelinton produced a standout performance in midfield, while the team’s defense stifled Liverpool’s attacking threats. Tino Livramento successfully neutralized Mohamed Salah, and Burn’s opener capitalized on Liverpool’s poor marking.

This victory also breaks Newcastle’s nine-match losing streak at Wembley, turning past heartbreaks into a moment of triumph.

Liverpool, still in pole position for the Premier League title, endured a tough week following their Champions League elimination. They struggled to match Newcastle’s intensity, with their midfield looking fatigued and their defense failing to handle Newcastle’s set-pieces.

Manager Arne Slot will look to regroup during the international break as Liverpool focus on securing a record-equalling 20th league title. However, their hopes of multiple trophies this season have taken a significant hit.

For Newcastle, this victory marks the start of what fans hope is a new era of success.