From milk to an energy drink, this competition has had plenty of sponsors but has never been given the kudos it deserves - that might change as an epic Wembley showdown beckons

It was mere weeks ago that Newcastle lost 2-0 to Liverpool at Anfield. Since then, they faced their own cup disappointment when they lost to Brighton 2-1 in extra time in the fifth round of the FA Cup. They’re only a few points off of a Champions League spot, but Sunday’s match is now their only chance for a trophy this season.

Newcastle United and Liverpool will meet for the EFL Carabao Cup title at Wembley on Paramount+ (with a bonus Star Cam) CBS Sports Golazo network. The Magpies look to w

Liverpool vs. Newcastle lineups, starting 11, team news. Trent Alexander-Arnold misses out on the trip to Wembley with ankle injury sustained during Liverpool's midweek UEFA Champ

Liverpool do not have a recognised right-back for the Wembley final because Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez are still recovering from injuries so Jarell Quansah is likely to fill in. Newcastle have Anthony Gordon suspended while Lewis Hall and Sven Botman remain out injured. Both managers must decide which goalkeeper to put in.

The £100,000 received for winning the League Cup completely pales in comparison to the prize money for other competitions. For example, Liverpool earned £115,000 alone for their third round FA Cup victory over League Two’s Accrington Stanley. Mo Salah is paid about £350,000 per week by Liverpool.

Former Newcastle midfielder Keith Gillespie hopes players can turn the "hurt" of two years ago into "history" when they take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. The Magpies' last domestic trophy was the FA Cup in 1955,

Alan Shearer has named his Newcastle United starting XI to face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final this Sunday.

Newcastle United will be without Lewis Hall for the Carabao Cup final and their remaining Premier League games.