Eddie Howe has named an unchanged starting line-up and bench from Monday’s 1-0 win at West Ham United with Nick Pope keeping his place in goal ahead of Martin Dubravkaafter missing the 2023 Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester United. Pope is one of six changes to Newcastle ’s side from their previous Wembley Stadium visit.

It’s fair to say Newcastle United couldn’t face a tougher opponent in the quest to end their 70-year domestic trophy drought. Liverpool are the Premier League champions in waiting, currently sitting 15 points clear at the top of the table.

Newcastle must avoid one scenario to stop Alexander Isak wondering if he's better chasing glory at Liverpool or Arsenal