Newcastle United defeated Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final, securing their first trophy in 70 years. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealed the win, while Arne Slot admitted Newcastle imposed their physical style. Liverpool now shifts focus to the Premier League after recent cup eliminations.
Liverpool’s hopes of securing multiple trophies this season took a hit as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United in the League Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. The loss leaves Arne Slot’s side with only the Premier League title to chase after recent eliminations from the FA Cup and Champions League.
Coming off a grueling midweek Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain, the Reds struggled against a disciplined Newcastle side. First-half goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak put Eddie Howe’s team in control, with Federico Chiesa’s late strike proving only a consolation for Liverpool.
Slot admitted Newcastle imposed their style on the game, making it a battle of physicality rather than high-tempo football. “They played to their strengths. It was a fight, full of aerial duels, and they dominated that part of the game,” he said.
The Liverpool boss dismissed suggestions that fatigue from the PSG loss played a role, arguing that Newcastle’s approach minimized running and pressing opportunities. “It wasn’t about energy levels. They made it a slow game, one where winning individual battles mattered more,” Slot added.
Despite the disappointment, Slot remained optimistic about the season, highlighting the team’s strong position in the Premier League. “Even top teams lose games. It’s about how we respond,” he stated.
For Newcastle, the victory marks their first League Cup triumph, ending a 70-year wait for silverware and reinforcing their growing status among England’s elite.
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