At 00:30 on March 17, Beijing time, Liverpool will take on Newcastle United in the League Cup final. As both teams gear up for this high-stakes match, fans and analysts alike are keen to assess the current form, historical encounters, tactical strategies, and key players that may influence the outcome.

Follow live coverage as Liverpool face Newcastle United in the EFL cup. Liverpool are the reigning champions of the competition following an extra time victory over Chelsea at Wembley last term, Virgil van Dijk scoring the decisive goal to secure a record-extending tenth win of this domestic cup for the Reds.