Carabao Cup Final: Liverpool vs Newcastle – Injury News, Injury Update, Predicted Lineups and More

With both teams coming off convincing semifinal wins, the stage is set for Sunday's Carabao Cup final.

The Carabao Cup final is set to take place on Sunday, March 16, 2025. The final features a thrilling matchup between Premeir League leaders Liverpool and Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium. Both teams have navigated challenging paths to reach this stage and will be eager to secure the first silverware of the year. The Reds are the defending champions, having beaten Chelsea in extra time last season. Meanwhile, Newcastle United have a chance to end a run of 56 years without winning a major title.

Liverpool booked their place at Wembley with a dominant 4-0 win over Tottenham at Anfield, sealing a 4-1 aggregate triumph under Arne Slot. On the other hand, Newcastle overcame Arsenal in their semi-final clash, delivering a strong performance to earn their spot in the final. With both teams coming off convincing semifinal wins, the stage is set for Sunday’s final.

However, both of these teams are dealing with injury concerns that could impact their squad selection.

Liverpool Injury News

Trent Alexander-Arnold suffered an ankle injury during the Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain, ruling him out of the final. Defenders Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley are also sidelined due to injuries, leaving manager Arne Slot with limited options at right-back. As a result, Jarell Quansah, who was named in Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad, will start at right back.

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France center-back Ibrahima Konate has returned to training and is expected to be fit for the final, providing a big boost to Liverpool’s defense. Mohamed Salah has been a key player for Liverpool in their Carabao Cup campaign this season, contributing two goals and 1 assist in 4 appearances. The Egyptian forward could once again be the difference-maker as Liverpool aim to lift their 11th Carabao Cup title.

Liverpool probable starting lineup:

Kelleher; Quansah, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Gakpo

Newcastle United Injury News

Defender Lewis Hall is out for the remainder of the season due to a foot injury while center-back Sven Botman has also been ruled out for eight weeks with a knee injury.

Winger Anthony Gordon is suspended for the final following a red card in the FA Cup match against Brighton. As a result, Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy are expected to play key supporting roles on the wings, providing attacking support for striker Alexander Isak.

Newcastle United probable starting lineup:

Dubravka; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Barnes

Liverpool vs Newcastle United Carabao Cup Final Betting Odds

Odds via BetMGM

Teams	Moneyline	Total Goals
Liverpool	Win: -166 Draw: +300	Over 2.5: -161 Under 2.5: +120
Newcastle United	Win: +380 Draw: +300	Over 3.5: +170 Under 3.5: -227

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Abhinav Goel

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