Manchester United vs Newcastle United: Carabao Cup Final Preview
Back-to-back defeats have dealt Erik ten Hag's side a blow
Manchester United and Newcastle United will meet in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday, February 26th, at Wembley Stadium. The match will be a rematch of the 1999 FA Cup final, which Manchester United won 2-0. Manchester United are the most successful club in the Carabao Cup, having won the competition six times, while Newcastle United are looking to win their first major trophy since 1955.
Erik ten Hag's side has suffered back-to-back defeats in the Premier League
Manchester United have suffered back-to-back defeats in the Premier League, losing 2-0 to Manchester City and 2-1 to Brighton & Hove Albion. The defeats have left Manchester United fifth in the Premier League table, one point behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur.
Erik ten Hag's side has struggled for consistency this season, but they have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks. Manchester United beat Barcelona 2-1 in the Europa League knockout round play-off second leg, and they will be looking to build on that performance in the Carabao Cup final.
Eddie Howe's side is looking to win their first major trophy since 1955
Newcastle United are looking to win their first major trophy since 1955, when they won the FA Cup. The Magpies have been in excellent form this season, and they are third in the Premier League table, one point behind second-placed Manchester City.
Eddie Howe's side has been praised for their attacking play, and they will be looking to cause Manchester United problems with their pace and movement. Newcastle United have a good record against Manchester United in recent years, and they will be confident of causing an upset in the Carabao Cup final.
Comments