Newcastle overcame Southampton to be in the Carabao Cup final. And this is the first time they have been to Wembley since 1999.
Defeating Southampton, Newcastle came to Wembley for the first time in 24 years
With a 1-0 advantage from the first leg, Newcastle was full of confidence to welcome Southampton in St. James' Park. Sean Longstaff scored twice to help Newcastle's advantage become more certain early on. And in the end, "Shoot" won against Southampton to advance to the Carabao Cup final this season.
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Defeating Southampton, Newcastle came to Wembley for the first time in 24 years
This was the first time Newcastle had played at Wembley since the 1999 FA Cup final. Newacstle reached the League Cup final for the first time since 1976 and it was their first time playing at the stadium. New Wembley.
The upcoming final is an opportunity for Newcastle to quench the club's long-standing title thirst. They have not won a trophy in 54 years, since winning the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1969. It could well be Newcastle's first domestic title in 68 years, since winning the FA Cup. in 1955.
Coach Eddie Howe has praised the team spirit of Newcastle after the last match.
“Collaboration and solidarity have carried us a long way. My job is to try to protect, encourage and increase this spirit in the team. I have great professional players in the dressing room who have made the club proud this season.
Longstaff is an important player because he has always been with Newcastle. He's a great player and the goals just get everyone's attention. I'm very pleased and he deserves credit.
The red card was a big blow to us. Bruno Guimaraes was an important player and we will miss him. But this is also an opportunity for others.”
Bruno Guimaraes received a red card in the last match against Southampton and will have to miss 3 matches. However, the Brazilian will be back in time for the Carabao Cup final and that is good news for Newcastle.
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