Eddie Howe has revealed he was "not in a great place" on the night of Newcastle's EFL Cup final defeat to Man United in 2023.

This is a competition that means plenty to both teams. Newcastle were last here in 2023, losing to Manchester United, an experience that will still sit with them. Liverpool have won the EFL Cup a record 10 times, last winning in the 2023-24 season in a triumph over Chelsea.

From milk to an energy drink, this competition has had plenty of sponsors but has never been given the kudos it deserves - that might change as an epic Wembley showdown beckons

Gary Neville has tipped Liverpool to beat Newcastle United in the EFL Cup final this Sunday as the Mags "never play well at Wembley". The Reds will be looking to bounce back after their penalty shootout defeat at Anfield to PSG on Tuesday night.

Liverpool do not have a recognised right-back for the Wembley final because Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez are still recovering from injuries so Jarell Quansah is likely to fill in. Newcastle have Anthony Gordon suspended while Lewis Hall and Sven Botman remain out injured. Both managers must decide which goalkeeper to put in.

Newcastle are bidding to win their first major domestic trophy since 1955, when they beat Manchester City 3-1 in the FA Cup showpiece match

All the action from the final at Wembley Stadium. The Reds won this competition last year, with Virgil van Dijk scoring the only goal of the game in extra time to help them overcome Chelsea in the showpiece match.

Carabao Cup glory is up for grabs as Liverpool and Newcastle United go head-to-head in the grand final at the iconic Wembley Stadium.For Liverpool, this is a chance to put more ground between

Leicester City host Manchester United this Sunday at the King Power Stadium for round 29 of the Premier League. The match will be broadcast live at 19:00 on Sky Sports Main Event. Leicester City have 17 points to their name this season and occupy 19th position in the table.

This article will contain the best tips and predictions on the Liverpool vs Newcastle United fixture in the EFL Cup Final