How Many Times Have Liverpool Won the Carabao Cup?

Liverpool has a strong history in the competitition, with their most recent triumph coming in 2024.

While Liverpool are the most recent winners, their dominance in the Carabao Cup began decades ago. Over 40 years ago, Liverpool became the first team to win the trophy four times in a row from 1980 to 1984, a record that still stands today. The only club to match this achievement was Manchester City under Pep Guardiola.

The English Football League Cup is currently known as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons. Liverpool has a strong history in the competitition, with their most recent triumph coming in 2024, when they defeated Chelsea 1-0 after extra time to lift the trophy. Just two years earlier, they also overcame Chelsea in the final, this time winning on penalties to secure another title.

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How Many Times Have Liverpool Won the Carabao Cup?

Liverpool is the most successful club in Carabao Cup history, having won the trophy a record 10 times – the only team to have reached double-digit titles in the competition. Their dominance in the tournament is unmatched, as no other club has managed to claim the trophy as many times.

The Reds have also made more Carabao Cup final appearances than any other club. Their upcoming clash against Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium will mark their 15th appearance in the final. Over the years, Liverpool have built a legacy of success in the tournament, delivering iconic moments and showcasing their ability to thrive on the big stage.

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Breakdown of Liverpool’s Carabao Cup Victories

1980-81: Liverpool’s first EFL Cup triumph came after a replay against West Ham United, marking the beginning of their love affair with the competition.

1981-82: The Reds defended their title successfully by defeating Tottenham Hotspur, establishing a stronghold in the competition.

1982-83: Liverpool continued their dominance with a victory over Manchester United, securing their third consecutive EFL Cup.

1983-84: A fourth successive title was clinched with a win against Everton, highlighting an era of domestic supremacy.

1994-95: After a decade, Liverpool lifted the trophy again, showcasing resilience and a return to form.

2000-01: This victory was part of a treble-winning season, emphasizing Liverpool’s resurgence on multiple fronts.

2002-03: The Reds added another EFL Cup to their collection, reinforcing their status in English football.

2011-12: After a brief hiatus, Liverpool returned to EFL Cup glory, demonstrating their enduring competitiveness.

2021-22: The club’s ninth title came after a thrilling final against Chelsea, decided by an intense penalty shootout which the Reds won 11-10.

2023-24: Liverpool secured their tenth EFL Cup by defeating Chelsea again, with Virgil van Dijk scoring the decisive goal in extra time.

With 10 Carabao Cup titles to their name, the Reds will be looking to add an 11th triumph when they face Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday.

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