Newcastle United Ends 70-Year Domestic Trophy Drought with League Cup Triumph

Dan Burn and Alexander Isak’s goals secured a 2-1 victory over Liverpool, marking a historic moment for Eddie Howe’s resurgent team.

• Newcastle United defeated Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final at Wembley, claiming their first domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup.
• Local hero Dan Burn opened the scoring with a powerful header, while Alexander Isak added the second goal early in the second half.
• Eddie Howe became the first English manager to win a major domestic trophy since 2008, leading Newcastle’s transformation since their 2021 Saudi-backed takeover.
• Liverpool, despite being Premier League leaders, struggled with a lethargic performance following their Champions League exit earlier in the week.
• The victory sparked emotional celebrations among Newcastle fans and players, with Burn describing the win as a dream come true.

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