Newcastle Fans Gather for EFL Cup Final

Thousands of Newcastle United fans have taken over Covent Garden in London in anticipation of the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool at Wembley Stadium. With Trafalgar Square closed due to St Patrick’s Day preparations, the Magpies supporters, known for their fervent following, have shifted their gathering to Covent Garden. This final offers Newcastle a chance to end a 70-year trophy drought, following their defeat by Manchester United in the same competition two years ago. Despite the festive atmosphere, the Metropolitan Police have issued warnings to ensure celebrations do not escalate into disorderly conduct, with dispersal orders in place. Both teams face lineup challenges due to injuries, with Newcastle missing key players and Liverpool experiencing defensive absences. The match is set to kick off at 16:30 GMT on Sunday, with more than 32,000 Newcastle fans expected to attend.