Bruno Guimaraes has issued a strong warning to Liverpool ahead of the Carabao Cup final after leading Newcastle to a crucial 1-0 win over West Ham.
His winning goal at the London Stadium pushed Newcastle up to sixth in the Premier League, but now their full attention turns to Wembley. Eddie Howe’s side is determined to bring home a long-awaited major trophy.
Guimaraes insists Newcastle will approach the final as if it were a World Cup, believing their passionate supporters could be a deciding factor. The Brazilian midfielder is confident they can make history for the club.
The Magpies’ last major trophy came in 1955 when they won the FA Cup by defeating Manchester City. Guimaraes admitted that the upcoming final had been a distraction, affecting their league form in recent weeks.
Speaking to Sky Sports, he stressed that anything is possible in a final. He acknowledged Newcastle’s long trophy drought and emphasized the squad’s belief in securing silverware.
Despite missing key players, he remains confident in the squad’s depth and ability to challenge one of the world’s best teams. He believes Newcastle has what it takes to upset Liverpool.
Meanwhile, Eddie Howe faces a tough call in goal, deciding between Nick Pope and Martin Dubravka. Both keepers have been in top form, making the decision even more difficult.
Howe stressed that every player must be fully prepared for the final. He knows tough choices will be necessary to give Newcastle the best chance of ending their trophy drought at Wembley.