Newcastle United triumphed over Liverpool 2-1 to win the Carabao Cup, marking the club's first domestic trophy in 70 years. The match unfolded at Wembley Stadium, with Dan Burn scoring first just before halftime and Alexander Isak doubling the lead shortly after the break. Despite Liverpool's Federico Chiesa scoring in stoppage time, Newcastle maintained their lead, celebrated by passionate fans in black and white. Manager Eddie Howe's leadership and tactical execution were pivotal in ending the team's long wait for silverware, deepening the club's rich history.
Local hero Burn gave Newcastle a deserved lead in the 45th minute when the defender thumped in a header from a corner.
Roared on by a sea of fans clad in black and white, Newcastle took complete control of the match seven minutes after the break when Swedish forward Isak swept a shot past Liverpool keeper.
Premier League leaders Liverpool finally mustered a response when Federico Chiesa halved the deficit in stoppage time but the damage was done.
The day belonged to Eddie Howe's Newcastle who won the club's first domestic trophy since 1955.
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