Following the conclusion of the Carabao Cup semi-finals, it is not long now before the first major piece of silverware available in English football this season is claimed. Liverpool are the current holders, having won the competition last season thanks to an extra-time win over Chelsea. They’re back in the final after roaring back against Tottenham. Following a 1-0 first-leg defeat away from home, the current Premier League leaders, won the return leg 4-0 to advance 4-1 on aggregate.
Though a domestic treble will allude Arne Slot in his first season in charge of Liverpool as they were the casualty of an FA Cup exit last weekend, losing 1-0 to Championship strugglers Plymouth. Joining the Reds in the showpiece will be Newcastle. In fact, the Magpies have now reached the Carabao Cup final twice in the last three seasons and will be looking to avenge their defeat to Manchester United in 2023.
Eddie Howe’s side comfortably dispatched Arsenal 4-0 on aggregate with Alexander Isak in imperious form across the two legs. Here is all you need to know about the 2025 Carabao Cup Final.... This year's final takes place at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 16 March. As confirmed, kick-off will be at 4.30pm GMT. Sky Sports have exclusive broadcast rights to the Carabao Cup in the UK and ITV will also show the final.
Liverpool have received an allocation of 32,196 tickets, whilst Newcastle have been allocated 31,939 tickets for the final. Tickets are priced at between £41-£150 for adults, depending on their location at Wembley. Yes. VAR was in use for both semi-final ties and that will be the case for the final itself. The first use of in-stadium VAR announcements in English football was trialled across all four semi-final fixtures and is set to return for the final.
