The stage is set for Alexander Isak and Newcastle United to square off against Mohamed Salah and Liverpool in the 2025 EFL Cup final match on Sunday on Paramount+. The Reds have won the EFL Cup two out of the last three years, while the Magpies missed out on the title in 2023 and haven’t taken home hardware of any kind since 1969.
In two Premier League meetings this season, these teams settled for a 3-3 draw at St. James Park on Dec. 4, and Liverpool was victorious 2-0 at Anfield on Feb. 26. Stream the match live on Paramount+, which you can now try free for the first seven days.
Kickoff from Wembley Stadium is set for 12:30 p.m. ET.
- Liverpool vs. Newcastle date: Sunday, March 16
- Liverpool vs. Newcastle time: 12:30 p.m. ET
- Live stream: Paramount+
EFL Cup final picks for Newcastle vs. Liverpool: Before tuning into Sunday’s match, you need to see the EFL Cup final picks from SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green. Green is backing under 2.5 goals to be scored for a +125 payout. The teams have generated plenty of goals recently; however, injuries and fatigue could play a role in this marquee matchup.
Liverpool will be missing Trent Alexander-Arnold and Conor Bradley due to injury, forcing the team to rally after a frustrating match against Paris Saint-Germain. Newcastle will also miss key players, as forward Anthony Gordon is suspended and defenders Sven Botman and Lewis Hall are injured. Green emphasizes Liverpool’s experience in big games and believes it will affect the outcome of this match.
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