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Newcastle United Ends 56-Year Trophy Drought with League Cup Victory

Newcastle United ended a 56-year trophy drought by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Dan Burn opened the scoring with a header just before halftime, and Alexander Isak extended the lead seven minutes into the second half. Liverpool's Federico Chiesa scored in stoppage time, but it wasn't enough to prevent Newcastle's historic victory.

 

This triumph marks Newcastle's first domestic trophy since winning the FA Cup in 1955, making it a monumental occasion for the club and its supporters.

 

Captain Bruno Guimaraes described the day as the best of his life, expressing immense pride in leading the team to this achievement.

 

Manager Eddie Howe praised his players' performance, highlighting their dominance throughout the match.

 

The victory has sparked jubilant celebrations among Newcastle fans, with pundit Gary Neville predicting a "Geordie Bank Holiday" to commemorate the occasion.