Newcastle secures Carabao Cup, ends 70-year trophy drought

Newcastle United secured their first major trophy in 56 years by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final at Wembley, marking a significant milestone for the club. Head coach Eddie Howe celebrated the victory as a testament to the team's readiness for sustained success, emphasizing the importance of this win for the players and long-suffering fans. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak propelled Newcastle to victory, despite a late goal from Liverpool's Federico Chiesa. Howe, who became the first English manager to win a major football trophy since 2008, reflected on the sacrifices made by his family and expressed his desire to make them proud. The victory is seen as a result of exceptional management and strategic preparation, with Howe having meticulously planned set-piece routines leading to the goals. This triumph not only ends a lengthy trophy drought but also signals a potential new era of success for the club under its recent ownership.