Liverpool's first major setback of the season acted as a sudden jolt to the system of Arne Slot's team, but they must quickly shrug off the disappointment of their Champions League exit and deliver silverware on Sunday,

The Carabao Cup holds particular significance for Liverpool. It was the final trophy of the Jurgen Klopp era, claimed last season in a dramatic extra-time triumph over Chelsea, despite a depleted squad. The Merseyside club extended their record to ten titles that night; now, under new leadership, they aim for an eleventh.

Liverpool and Newcastle United head into Sunday’s Carabao Cup final with injury concerns for both sides. Arne Slot ’s side saw their treble hopes go up in smoke on Tuesday night after they were dumped out of the Champions League on penalties against Paris Saint-Germain.