Liverpool’s Champions League journey for the 2024-2025 season concluded in a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the Round of 16.
The aftermath of this defeat has been marked by uncertainty surrounding key players’ futures. Mohamed Salah, visibly emotional after the match, faces speculation about his commitment to Liverpool, especially with his contract expiring in June. Similarly, Virgil van Dijk, whose contract also ends this summer, expressed uncertainty about his future with the club. Both players, along with Trent Alexander-Arnold, are yet to sign new deals, adding to the speculation.
But in the end there’s some good news, Ibrahima Konaté is expected to be available for Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United on Sunday. Manager Arne Slot indicated that Konaté’s substitution during extra time in the Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain was due to fatigue rather than injury, stating, “With Ibou, we expected only it to be that he was tired or he had some cramps so we are hoping and expecting that he will be ready to play Sunday again.”
The Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle United is scheduled for Sunday, March 16, 2025.
Liverpool’s journey to the 2025 Carabao Cup final has been a mix of impressive performances and tough matches. Here’s a look at their path:
1. Third Round: Liverpool 5–1 West Ham United (Home)
• Liverpool made an emphatic start to their Carabao Cup campaign, securing a dominant 5-1 win at Anfield against West Ham. It was a comprehensive victory, with Liverpool proving too strong for the Hammers.
2. Fourth Round: Brighton & Hove Albion 2–3 Liverpool (Away)
• The Reds faced a tough challenge at the Amex Stadium but managed to edge out Brighton with a 3-2 win. Despite conceding two goals, Liverpool’s attacking strength proved decisive.
3. Quarter-Finals: Southampton 1–2 Liverpool (Away)
• In the quarter-finals, Liverpool traveled to St Mary’s Stadium, where they defeated Southampton 2-1 in a hard-fought contest. Liverpool’s resilience in a close match kept them on track for the final.
4. Semi-Finals: Liverpool 4–1 Tottenham Hotspur (Aggregate)
• In the semi-finals, Liverpool faced Tottenham Hotspur and won the tie 4-1 on aggregate. A dominant 4-0 victory in the second leg at Anfield sealed their place in the final and sent the Reds into the showpiece event with confidence.
