Liverpool vs Newcastle Live Stream – EFL Cup Final Match Preview (16.03.25)

📅 Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
🕒 Kick-off: 19:30 UTC+3
🏟️ Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
🏆 Competition: EFL Cup Final
⚽ Coaches: Arne Slot (Liverpool), Eddie Howe (Newcastle United)

Liverpool and Newcastle United face off in the EFL Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Arne Slot’s Reds are aiming for their first silverware of the season, while Eddie Howe’s Newcastle looks to win their first major trophy in decades.

Team Form and Road to the Final

• Liverpool: The Reds have been in strong form throughout the season, balancing Premier League and cup competitions efficiently.
• Newcastle United: The Magpies have overcome tough opponents to reach Wembley and are eager to claim silverware under Eddie Howe.

Key Players to Watch

• Liverpool:
  • Mohamed Salah: The Egyptian forward remains Liverpool’s biggest attacking threat.
  • Dominik Szoboszlai: The Hungarian midfielder brings creativity and goal-scoring ability.
  • Virgil van Dijk: The defensive leader will be key in stopping Newcastle’s counter-attacks.
• Newcastle United:
  • Alexander Isak: The Swedish striker is Newcastle’s main goal-scorer.
  • Bruno Guimarães: The midfield general controls the tempo of Newcastle’s play.
  • Sven Botman: A strong and reliable presence in Newcastle’s defense.

Tactical Approaches

• Liverpool (Arne Slot):
  • High pressing and fast-paced attacking football.
  • Using Salah’s movement to break down Newcastle’s defense.
  • Controlling possession with a dynamic midfield approach.
• Newcastle United (Eddie Howe):
  • Compact defensive setup with quick counter-attacks.
  • Using Isak’s pace to exploit Liverpool’s high defensive line.
  • Winning aerial duels through set-piece situations.

Betting Tips

1. Liverpool to Win – Their experience in finals gives them the advantage.
2. Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – Newcastle has the attacking quality to trouble Liverpool.
3. Mohamed Salah to Score Anytime – Liverpool’s biggest attacking weapon.

Prediction

• Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle – A competitive final, but Liverpool’s quality should see them lift the trophy.