Liverpool defeats Tottenham 4-0, advances to League Cup final against Newcastle

Liverpool dominated Tottenham Hotspur with a decisive 4-0 victory at Anfield, securing a 4-1 aggregate win to reach the League Cup final against Newcastle United. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring, followed by a penalty from Mohamed Salah, and further goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Virgil van Dijk capped off the emphatic performance. Manager Arne Slot's side is now aiming to win the League Cup for the 11th time, while Spurs’ manager Ange Postecoglou faces increasing pressure after failing to secure a trophy in his first opportunity. Tottenham struggled throughout the match, unable to mount a serious challenge against a relentless Liverpool, who are eyeing multiple trophies this season. The final is set for March 16, where Liverpool will seek to extend their record in the competition. This match highlighted the stark contrast in form between the two teams, with Liverpool continuing to thrive at the top of the Premier League.