Newcastle United stand on the brink of history, just one win away from ending a 56-year wait for a major trophy as they prepare to battle Liverpool in the League Cup final at Wembley.
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
With Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley also sidelined due to hamstring issues, Slot suddenly finds himself without a single senior right-back for the trip to Wembley. Jarell Quansah is expected to step into the role, though the Dutchman threw in a curveball by mentioning Curtis Jones as a possible option in his press conference.
On the brighter side, Slot is optimistic that Ibrahima Konaté—who limped off midweek at Anfield—should be fit in time for Sunday. If not, he may have no choice but to slot Wataru Endo alongside Virgil van Dijk in the heart of the defense.
As for Tyler Morton, the young midfielder remains out with a shoulder injury, though his absence won’t shake up Liverpool’s starting lineup.
Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Kelleher (GK) — Quansah, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson — Mac Allister, Gravenberch — Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz — Gakpo.
Injured: Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Bradley, Morton
Suspended: None
Newcastle’s Lewis Hall is out for the season with a foot injury, joining fellow Magpies Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles—both nursing knee issues—in the club’s growing treatment room.
Adding to Newcastle’s headaches, Anthony Gordon's reckless red card in the FA Cup loss to Brighton means he’ll be serving a suspension for the trip to Wembley. However, his replacement, Harvey Barnes, wasted no time making an impact—delivering the assist for Bruno Guimaraes’ match-winning goal against West Ham.
Barnes and Jacob Murphy will provide the attacking width alongside Alexander Isak, who has a history of tormenting Liverpool with four goal contributions in five previous meetings. Meanwhile, the towering presence of Dan Burn will marshal the backline fresh off his first-ever call-up to the England senior squad.
Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Dubravka (GK) — Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento — Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton — Murphy, Isak, Barnes.
Injured: Hall, Botman, Lascelles
Suspended: Gordon
That said, Newcastle hasn’t exactly been a defensive fortress in recent weeks, and with far less experience in high-stakes cup finals than their opponents, the big question is whether they can handle the pressure when it matters most.
A tight contest is still on the cards, especially with Howe’s men having the fresher legs, but Slot’s tactical nous gives Liverpool the edge. A hard-fought win and a trophy lift to mark his first silverware in English football could be on the horizon.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle United
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sun, Mar. 16 | 12:30 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sun, Mar. 16 | 11:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sun, Mar. 16 | 10:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sun, Mar. 16 | 9:30 a.m. |
Liverpool vs. Newcastle United predicted lineups, team news
The worst fears of Liverpool fans became reality on Friday morning when Arne Slot confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the League Cup final after picking up an injury against PSG in the Champions League.With Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley also sidelined due to hamstring issues, Slot suddenly finds himself without a single senior right-back for the trip to Wembley. Jarell Quansah is expected to step into the role, though the Dutchman threw in a curveball by mentioning Curtis Jones as a possible option in his press conference.
On the brighter side, Slot is optimistic that Ibrahima Konaté—who limped off midweek at Anfield—should be fit in time for Sunday. If not, he may have no choice but to slot Wataru Endo alongside Virgil van Dijk in the heart of the defense.
As for Tyler Morton, the young midfielder remains out with a shoulder injury, though his absence won’t shake up Liverpool’s starting lineup.
Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Kelleher (GK) — Quansah, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson — Mac Allister, Gravenberch — Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz — Gakpo.
Injured: Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Bradley, Morton
Suspended: None
Newcastle’s Lewis Hall is out for the season with a foot injury, joining fellow Magpies Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles—both nursing knee issues—in the club’s growing treatment room.
Adding to Newcastle’s headaches, Anthony Gordon's reckless red card in the FA Cup loss to Brighton means he’ll be serving a suspension for the trip to Wembley. However, his replacement, Harvey Barnes, wasted no time making an impact—delivering the assist for Bruno Guimaraes’ match-winning goal against West Ham.
Barnes and Jacob Murphy will provide the attacking width alongside Alexander Isak, who has a history of tormenting Liverpool with four goal contributions in five previous meetings. Meanwhile, the towering presence of Dan Burn will marshal the backline fresh off his first-ever call-up to the England senior squad.
Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Dubravka (GK) — Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento — Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton — Murphy, Isak, Barnes.
Injured: Hall, Botman, Lascelles
Suspended: Gordon
Liverpool vs. Newcastle United prediction
If Murphy, Isak, and Barnes can tap into their inner Dembele, Barcola, and Kvaratskhelia, Liverpool’s patched-up defense—especially the battered right flank—could be in for another long night at Wembley.That said, Newcastle hasn’t exactly been a defensive fortress in recent weeks, and with far less experience in high-stakes cup finals than their opponents, the big question is whether they can handle the pressure when it matters most.
A tight contest is still on the cards, especially with Howe’s men having the fresher legs, but Slot’s tactical nous gives Liverpool the edge. A hard-fought win and a trophy lift to mark his first silverware in English football could be on the horizon.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle United
Carabao Cup fixture schedule this week
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