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    ‘He didn’t train like that!’ – Eddie Howe pokes fun of ‘colossus’ Dan Burn after local lad’s heroics in Carabao Cup win

    EDDIE HOWE poked fun at “colossus” Dan Burn after the Newcastle ace inspired his side to Carabao Cup victory.Local lad Burn, 32, scored the first goal in Toon’s 2-1 win over Liverpool in Sunday’s Wembley final.Eddie Howe poked fun at Dan Burn after his Carabao Cup heroicsCredit: GettyThe Newcastle boss was all smiles as Burn opened the scoring against LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe Blyth man was also an unstoppable force in defence as he kept the Premier League leaders at bay.And Burn’s week is set to get even better after receiving his first-ever England call-up from new boss Thomas Tuchel.However, Newcastle gaffer Howe made a hilarious joke about Burn’s performance in London today.The trophy winner cheekily suggested that his centre-back’s goal was indeed a rare piece of art — because Burn is yet to show any scoring capability in training!READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowe declared: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent today.”We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we haad no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHowe continued: “I am very very emotional and been all day which is unlike me.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.Ant & Dec scream with joy and Alan Shearer loses his hat as Geordies go wild after Newcastle win Carabao Cup”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”It was tough when Liverpool scored. I was thinking about extra time, we always make it difficult for ourselves it was never going to be 2-0.”Burn himself was over the moon with his performance, declaring: “I’ve had worse weeks. I don’t want to go to sleep because I feel like I’m dreaming and it’s all going to be a lie.”On his goal, Burn noted: “I knew Alexis [Mac Allister] wasn’t looking at the ball and I’d be able to get a jump on him. I don’t get many so I saved it for a big occasion.”I feel sometimes I get around bodies and it’s tough to get free. I feel strange, I feel numb at the minute.”Burn is brilliant. If he can score goals then great but it’s the way he defendsAlexander IsakBurn also revealed when he plans on linking up with England, adding: “Tomorrow morning. I’ll be first there tomorrow at 8 o’clock.”Meanwhile, fellow scorer Alexander Isak hailed Burn’s contribution and reflected on his own piece of history.The Swede said: “It was his [Dan Burn’s] game. He is brilliant. If he can score goals then great but it’s the way he defends. That sets the foundation for us.”This is really just the start. We will see more from the fans and what it means for the people when we get back to Newcastle. We are all aware of how long it’s been for the fans without a trophy.”This game is about moments and it’s not about being really good as a striker but it’s about being there to score when needed.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The first half was a bit frustrating for me but I kept telling myself my moment would come.”When you’ve been without a trophy for so long it can be in the back of your head but no hopefully we have won this it is bright days in front of us.” More

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    Ant & Dec scream with joy and Alan Shearer loses his hat as Geordies go wild after Newcastle win Carabao Cup

    ANT and Dec were seen screaming with joy as they celebrated Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win along with fellow Geordies.Meanwhile, Alan Shearer was also spotted losing his hat amid the excitement.Ant and Dec celebrating with fans after Newcastle’s first goalCredit: ReutersAlan Shearer cheering in the stands after the second goalCredit: Sky SportsHe was then seen retrieving his hat from the floorCredit: Sky SportsThe 2-1 win against Liverpool on Sunday constituted the first domestic win for the Magpies since the 1955 FA Cup final.In a video posted to their shared TikTok account, comedy duo Ant and Dec shouted: “We did it!”After briefly pausing, they threw their heads back and resumed their jubilant screaming, shouting “Ahhhhh!” before bursting into laughter.Ant joked “I’ve lost my voice” while Dec said “I cannot believe it!”read more football newsAnt then added “this is amazing” while Dec said: “This is the best day of my life, apart from the wedding and the kids and all that. “But it’s the best day of my life!”The pair, both sporting black and white scarves, then signed off the video with more chanting and shouting.Earlier snaps showed the duo jumping for joy after a header by Dan Burn took Newcastle to a 1-0 lead just moments before half-time.Most read in FootballAnt leapt high into the air, while waving his scarf, as Dec thrust his arm around a fellow fan in the crowd of frenzied supporters.Shortly after half-time, top goal scorer Alexander Isak thumped in a second goal to double his side’s lead – as ex-team member Shearer’s hat went flying.Liverpool 1 Newcastle 2: Jubilant Toon finally end 70 years of heartache to win Carabao Cup in week from hell for RedsIn clips shown on TV, he could be seen retrieving the black baker boy cap after the celebrations had subsided.Before kick-off, the Toon Army took over Covent Garden in preparation for the long-anticipated clash.Meanwhile, Wembley was met with a wall of noise and a display of 32,000 black-and-white scarves.Newcastle had lost five Wembley finals since Jackie Milburn & Co triumphed in 1955, so this was a long overdue trophy for their passionate supporters.Manager Eddie Howe had been presented with various challenges prior to the game – including an injured Lewis Hall and banned Anthony Gordon.But, despite Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa clawing back a goal in injury time, the side romped home to its first domestic victory in 70 years.This makes Howe the first English manager to win a major English trophy in 17 years – after Harry Redknapp’s Portsmouth won the FA Cup in 2008.Burn’s scoring header comes just two days after he earned his first England call-up at the age of 32.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe 6ft 7 former Asda worker, who is renowned as one of the nicest men in football, was drafted in by new England chief Thomas Tuchel for the Wembley World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.Dec beamed at fellow fans during the gameCredit: ReutersAnt held up his scarf as he belted from the standsCredit: ReutersAlexander Isak celebrating with the trophyCredit: AlamyEddie Howe smiled for the cameras after the victoryCredit: Getty More

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    ‘This is astonishing’ say fans as Newcastle fans Ant & Dec ‘shown more times than Mo Salah’ during Carabao Cup final

    ANT & DEC got plenty of screen time as Newcastle beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.The Toon triumphed 2-1 to end their astonishing 70-year trophy drought at Wembley.Ant & Dec celebrate Newcastle’s cup final triumphCredit: Sky SportsThe duo shared a plush box for the Wembley showpieceCredit: ReutersAs Newcastle’s most famous fans, comedy duo Ant & Dec were never going to miss the match.And broadcasters Sky Sports couldn’t resist showing several shots of the jubilant pair.One fan wrote on social media: “We’ve seen Ant and Dec more times than Salah today. This is ASTONISHING.”To which a second replied: “Is Salah on the pitch?”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother similarly added: “We’ve seen more of Ant & Dec than Salah.”Liverpool’s Egyptian talisman endured a frustrating afternoon at Wembley.Having scored 27 goals in 29 Premier League appearances this season, Salah didn’t even register a shot during the Carabao Cup final.The Reds’ defeat completed a disappointing week, during which they were also dumped out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFans spotted Ant, 49, wearing a Jason Tindall scarf.Eddie Howe’s assistant was often seen to take centre stage in the dugout, being the first to shake hands with opposition managers at full time. Inside Newcastle’s wild dressing room celebrations as Burn does trademark dance and Longstaff drinks out of Carabao CupFans were quick to comment on Ant’s choice of scarf.One wrote on X: “Ant & Dec wearing a scarf with Jason Tindall’s face on was not on by bingo card for today. Love it.”After his side’s victory, Howe confessed that Newcastle were well aware of the club’s trophy drought.The 47-year-old told Sky Sports: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent today.”We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we haad no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”Ant McPartlin was spotted wearing a Jason Tindall scarfCredit: Sky Sports More

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    Inside Newcastle’s wild dressing room celebrations as Burn does trademark dance and Longstaff drinks out of Carabao Cup

    NEWCASTLE players got the party started in the Wembley changing rooms – after ending 70 years of hurt. Toon stars danced and drank out of the Carabao Cup after a dramatic 2-1 win over Liverpool at the Home of Football.Dan Burn was on target as Newcastle beat Liverpool at WembleyCredit: GettyThe defender whipped out his legendary dance moves after the gameCredit: X/ SkyFootballBurn is due to report for England training in the morningCredit: X/ SkyFootballSean Longstaff was later seen drinking from the Carabao CupCredit: X/ SkyFootballLocal hero Dan Burn and red-hot Swede striker Alexander Isak were the goalscoring heroes for the Magpies.Burn scrambled in the opener just before the break, sending the Newcastle half of Wembley barmy. Toon came out strong in the second half and Isak smashed in what proved to be the matchwinner. After climbing the Wembley steps to lift the trophy, skipper Burn was filmed performing his signature dance moves in the changing rooms.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLSky Sports’ cameras showed the defender being showered with champagne as he paraded his winners medal.The victory capped a stunning week for the 32-year-old, who was given his first England call up by new boss Thomas Tuchel. And he assured the German he would take it easy with his celebrations – because he has Three Lions training in the morning.Burn said with a grin: “I’ll be the first there tomorrow at 8 o’clock.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMidfielder Sean Longstaff later got in on the act as Newcastle players got a party 70 years in the making started. He was seen downing a drink from the trophy as teammates laughed and filmed on their phones. Newcastle fans take over Covent Garden ahead of Carabao Cup final against Liverpool and bid to end 70-year trophy waitBoss Eddie Howe cut an emotional figure amongst the carnage in West London.The former Bournemouth boss had insisted earlier this week Newcastle were not “cursed” and the players could “write history” with a win.Howe said: “We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we had no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”I am very very emotional and been all day which is unlike me.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”An emotional Bruno Guimaraes called the win the “best day of his life”.The Brazilian said: “The supporters deserve everything. “When I first came here I said I wanted to put my name in history. We can now say we are the champions again. This is one of the best days of my life.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I don’t have any words. It’s the best day of my life. For them [the fans] it’s like the World Cup.”People have grown up and not seen us as champions. My first year as captain of this club and it’s one of the best days. This is unbelievable.” More

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    ‘Admin’s cooked here’ – Newcastle praised for hilarious tweet by sharing huge St James’ Park upgrade following cup win

    THRILLED Newcastle fans loved their team’s social media post after they lifted the Carabao Cup this afternoon.Much was made of the Toon’s unbelievable trophy drought prior to the match.Newcastle posted this edited image on social mediaNewcastle ended their 70-year trophy droughtCredit: GettyNewcastle’s last major domestic trophy had come 70 years ago, when they lifted the FA Cup in 1955.Prior to his side’s 2023 Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester United, boss Eddie Howe attempted a novel motivational tactic.The Toon manager was said to have introduced a picture of the message “we have not won a trophy for 67 years” to greet players arriving for training.An image of the message subsequently circulated on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn the aftermath of today’s 2-1 victory over Liverpool, Newcastle reposted the image… albeit with one amendment.The club’s social media team edited the image to instead read: “We have not won a trophy in 0 years.”Jubiliant Newcastle supporters loved the post.One responded on X: “Nah fairs admin cooked here.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThis image circulated ahead of the 2023 Carabao Cup finalCredit: XWhile a second wrote: “Man I love you so much, this picture has haunted me for 3 years.”A third joked: “Nah New castle admins waited for 68 years to post this.”Ligue 1 match SUSPENDED twice and players rushed down tunnel as plume of smoke engulfs stadium after flares thrownAnd another added: “Damn that was quick.”After the match, Howe admitted that Newcastle were well aware of the club’s drought.He told Sky Sports: “We were well aware of the history and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground, I thought we were magnificent today.”We worked consistently for two weeks on set plays just for this game and if you had seen us in practice you would have said we haad no chance.”We couldn’t believe Dan Burn scored – he didn’t train like that! He was a colossus for us.”Eddie Howe masterminded Newcastle’s trophy winCredit: Alamy More

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    Virgil van Dijk praised for classy gesture after Liverpool ‘battered’ in Carabao Cup final by rampant Newcastle

    VIRGIL VAN DIJK was praised for his classy gesture just moments after Liverpool lost the Carabao Cup final.Van Dijk grabbed the winner against Chelsea to clinch the trophy 12 months ago.Virgil van Dijk showed his class after Liverpool lost the Carabao Cup final to NewcastleCredit: ReutersHe shook hands with Dan Burn and the Toon heroes during their celebrationsCredit: ReutersBut he was on the losing side this time around as a rampant Newcastle swept the Reds aside to end their 70-year wait for a trophy. Former Asda worker Dan Burn had the freedom of the penalty area to thunder a header home just before half-time.Then seven minutes after the break, Alexander Isak swept in a superb second. Federico Chiesa grabbed a late consolation deep into injury time after VAR proved he was onside.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut it was too little too late for Liverpool, just days after being dumped out of the Champions League on penalties to PSG. However, despite the painful defeat, Van Dijk took time out of his misery to congratulate the newly-crowned champions. Ex-Liverpool left-back Stephen Warnock said on BBC Radio 5 Live: “There was an embrace between Virgil van Dijk and Dan Burn.”Van Dijk stood at the Newcastle huddle – he went around and shook every player’s hand. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He respected what Newcastle have done today.”Class. A sign of respect for Newcastle.”Newcastle fans take over Covent Garden ahead of Carabao Cup final against Liverpool and bid to end 70-year trophy waitJust like Van Dijk, another legendary Liverpool centre-back was full of admiration for Eddie Howe’s Magpies.He said on Sky Sports: “Newcastle didn’t just win today, they battered Liverpool.”I find it difficult to be too critical, given what Liverpool look like they will go on to achieve.”Newcastle are a great Premier League team and they have wiped the floor with them today.”Newcastle’s three most famous fans – Ant, Dec and Alan Shearer – were all in the stands at Wembley to witness their beloved club winning their first trophy since the FA Cup in 1955. And Ant had viewers in stitches as he wore a Jason Tindall scarf. Howe’s infamous No2 even managed to be the fourth person of the Newcastle contingent to get his hands on the trophy in hilarious scenes. Burn scored the opener and got his hands on the trophyCredit: AFP More

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    ‘Opportunity missed’ – Fans can’t believe Jason Tindall was FOURTH Newcastle man to lift Carabao Cup after Wembley win

    FANS have been left in stitches after Jason Tindall grabbed the limelight during Newcastle’s Carabao Cup trophy lift. The Newcastle assistant joined the team to parade the cup after a famous 2-1 win over Liverpool.Newcastle assistant Jason Tindall was ecstatic after winning the Carabao CupCredit: GettySome fans joked the assistant boss should raise the trophy first ahead of Eddie HoweCredit: AFPThe trophy was Newcastle’s first since 1955Credit: AFPEddie Howe’s men ended a 70-year trophy drought after a grandstand finish at the Home of Football. Dan Burn and Alexander Isak had put the Magpies in firm control against the Premier League leaders.But a late Federico Chiesa strike set up a nerve-shredding final few minutes.The Toon Army celebrated wildly at the final whistle, with Burn trooping up the Wembley steps to lift the cup.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd fans were in hysterics as Tindall cut the line and was the FOURTH person to receive the trophy.One fan laughed: “Jason Tindall the fourth person affiliated to Newcastle lifting the trophy. The devil works hard but Tindall works harder.”Another wrote on X: “Love how Jason Tindall got to lift the trophy before most of the Newcastle players.”While a third commented: “How many people do we think Jason Tindall has rattled tonight by helping Newcastle lift the trophy?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd a four added: “Newcastle could have done the funniest thing ever there and let Jason Tindall do the trophy lift. Opportunity missed.”Tindall is a cult hero on Tyneside and even had a London pub renamed in his honour this weekend.Iconic London landmark lit up by Newcastle stars in incredible projection show ahead of Carabao Cup finalThe Dolphin, located by Kings Cross on Tonbridge Street, was re-named and transformed especially for Newcastle supporters.It became the Mad Dog & Mags in honour of Howe’s assistant, who is famed for his over-the-top antics on the sideline. Newcastle fans and players alike were reduced to tears after the win.An emotional Bruno Guimaraes said: “It’s all for these supporters.”They deserve everything. When I first came here I said I wanted to put my name in history. We can now say we are the champions again. This is one of the best days of my life.”I don’t have any words. It’s the best day of my life. For them [the fans] it’s like the World Cup. “People have grown up and not seen us as champions. My first year as captain of this club and it’s one of the best days. This is unbelievable.READ MORE SUN STORIES”This is my second home. We are making history. Some day when I leave this club I want the fans to sing my name the way they do to Shearer. “He text me before the game. I’m so emotional today.” More

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    Carabao Cup final ratings: Local lad Dan Burn Newcastle’s Wembley hero as Mo Salah endures Wembley nightmare

    NEWCASTLE ended their 70-year trophy drought in style by beating Premier League champions-elect Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.The 2-1 scoreline flattered the Reds in truth, with Eddie Howe’s Toon having produced a sensational performance to flatten runaway league leaders.Newcastle celebrate their Wembley triumphCredit: ReutersLiverpool produced a disappointing display in the Carabao Cup finalCredit: PALocal lad Dan Burn, fresh off his first England call-up, rose highest to head his boyhood club into the lead on the stroke of half-time.Alexander Isak then deservedly doubled Newcastle’s lead shortly after the break.The Toon could have further increased their advantage, only for forgotten man Federico Chiesa to hand Liverpool a late life-line on 94 minutes.After the Reds failed to conjure a late comeback, here’s how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the Liverpool players…READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCaoimhin Kelleher – 5Didn’t do an awful lot wrong to be honest, but was left scrambling at two great finishes from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak. In fairness to the Irishman, was it not for him this game could’ve ended with the Reds in a three or even four goal deficit. Has so often been Liverpool’s hero on occasions like today, but it wasn’t to be this time around.Jarrell Quansah – 5After being called up to Thomas Tuchel’s England setup, Jarrell Quansah had the tough task of replacing the injured Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back for the Red Men.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSWhile the youngster was solid defensively, he lacked the attacking prowess that makes TAA so unique and didn’t look massively comfortable in the role of the modern full-back. Virgil van Dijk – 6There are plenty of reasons many consider him to be the best defender in the world, and one of the best in history, but today he wasn’t able to show them.Ligue 1 match SUSPENDED twice and players rushed down tunnel as plume of smoke engulfs stadium after flares thrownHis passes seemed to always find a Newcastle player, which was perhaps more down to their desire than his ability, but either way they didn’t come off like they usually do. He was probably the Reds’ best defender on the day nonetheless, seemed the only one of the bunch able to cope with Newcastle’s physicality and desire. Ibrahima Konate – 4Much like Van Dijk whom he has learned from, we are so used to seeing the imperious Frenchman dominate players physically and composed at the back on the ball. For some reason today it didn’t seem to be working for him. Had a few shaky moments early on with the ball at his feet and the running of Isak caused him a few problems too. Ibrahima Konate cut a dejected figure upon the final whistleCredit: AFPAndy Robertson – 5His experience is so valuable in a game like this, but he looked off the pace today.Looked as though his feet couldn’t quite keep up with his footballing brain as he tried to create attacks for the Reds and was beaten a fair few times by Jacob Murphy down the right. Made a few extremely valuable blocks however defensively, but that was about all he could offer. Ryan Gravenberch – 5For a player of his evident quality, and a midfielder who has been a press-resistant machine for the Reds this season, I was left pretty disappointed to see him outshone by all three of Newcastle’s trio in the middle. Had a few nice touches and made some vital tackles, but wasn’t as impressive as we’ve seen him be many times this season. Ryan Gravenberch was unable to stamp his authority on the gameCredit: RexAlexis Mac Allister – 4Not quite sure why 5ft 9in Mac Allister was marking 6ft 6in Dan Burn from set pieces, but it definitely didn’t work. He wasn’t at his best today, with his passes tending to be poorly weighted and being physically dominated by his counterparts in black and white. Dominik Szoboszlai – 4The most attacking of Liverpool’s midfield three, Szobo showed some real intelligence with his passing and composure on the ball but was unable to provide that incisive pass when LFC needed it most. No efforts from range and a lack of all-round innovation on the front foot limited his ability to create chances for his side against an extremely combative Newcastle defence. Mo Salah – 2Was nullified brilliantly in the first half by Newcastle’s dynamic defensive duo of the rapid Tino Livramento and physical specimen Dan Burn. Eddie Howe seemed to employ the same tactic to stop him as PSG used in the Champions League, with a left-sided double up, and at times triple up causing trouble for the Egyptian King. His Ballon d’Or charge looks to be slipping week by week at the moment. Mo Salah did not live up to his usual lofty standardsCredit: AFPLuis Diaz – 3For a player who has so much to offer going forward, we didn’t see any of it from the Colombian winger this afternoon. Before the game you would have fancied his chances against a Kieran Trippier who is perhaps not what he once was, but the Englishman dominated him on the wing in truth. Diogo Jota – 3Was largely ineffective for a player of his calibre. Normally offers a bit of dynamism across the front line, and while he did break the Newcastle defence a few times with his running, there was no end product from him on the day. SUBSTITUTES: Darwin Nunez (Diogo Jota, 56) – 4It was the same old story for Darwin Nunez that we have seen from him for most of the season. He has the right ideas and gets in good areas, but wasn’t able to be the difference maker off of the bench for the Redmen when they needed him.Curtis Jones (Ibrahima Konate, 57) – 6Injected the game with some energy and looked one of the better players in a red shirt when he came on. Came closest to getting his side back in the game with a powerful strike which was well saved by Nick Pope. Cody Gakpo (Alexis Mac Allister, 67) – 4Largely ineffective after coming on, was well marshalled by Newcastle’s right hand side. Harvey Elliott (Luis Diaz, 74) – 7Was a difference maker off of the bench for his side, winning the ball brilliantly from Bruno Guimaraes and slotting a fine ball into the path of Chiesa who finished with aplomb. Played with the kind of fire and intensity Liverpool needed, but didn’t have long enough to give more of it to his team. Federico Chiesa (Ryan Gravenberch, 74) – 7Scored the goal which gave Liverpool a glimmer of hope at the death and made it a nervy final five minutes for the Geordies. Seems to have a knack of scoring at Wembley, and couldn’t have done much more after coming on off the bench.Federico Chiesa pulled one back for the RedsCredit: EPAHere’s how SunSport’s Gary Stonehouse rated each Newcastle star on the day…Nick Pope – 9Despite all the concerns over his footwork, the stopper produced his inner Manuel Neuer in the first half with a great sweeper-keeper display.But it was all about his handling after the break as he made an excellent one-handed save from Curtis Jones just after the second goal.Kieran Trippier – 9Fortunate to get away with the handball in the first half but showed exactly why he won over 50 caps for England. Was also his corner that the opener came from.He might not have had the armband on, but a real captain’s performance from the veteran left-back as he refused to give Luis Diaz an inch.Kieran Trippier gave a passionate displayCredit: ReutersFabian Schar – 9Did not give the Liverpool attack an inch.Really composed display from the Swiss star alongside the man of the moment Dan Burn.Dan Burn – 10What a week for the loveable big Geordie defender with a first England call-up and then scoring here to end his boyhood club’s 70-year wait for a major trophy.The perfect display by the now legendary Toon defender.Dan Burn made it a perfect weekCredit: ReutersTino Livramento – 9Absolutely superb despite being played out of his natural position.Handled the threat of Mo Salah with ease and got forward numerous times, as well as having a huge hand in the crucial second goal.Bruno Guimaraes – 9Brazil-iant.The first man to lift a trophy for Newcastle since Bob Moncur in 1969 and the boy from Brazil earned it.Like the rest of his team-mates, gave absolutely everything he had and now his name is etched into the Toon history forever.Bruno Guimaraes was sensational for the ToonCredit: GettySandro Tonali – 9The Italian showed a great engine to get around the pitch and ensured Liverpool’s midfield could have zero effect.That was as well as all of his silky passing, which showed exactly why Newcastle paid the big bucks for him.Joelinton – 10An absolute rock for the Magpies in midfield and celebrated every tackle he won as if it was a goal.Was absolutely everywhere and typified everything about Toon’s performance.Joelinton was as committed as ever in the Toon midfieldCredit: GettyJacob Murphy – 9Was always a threat down the right but his crossing let his work-rate down slightly in the opening period.But he made right up for that with a great assist for Isak to secure his place in the hearts of the Toon Army forever.Harvey Barnes – 9Enjoyed himself against Jarell Quansah and was a constant pain.His display is a testament to how little Eddie Howe’s side missed Anthony Gordon.Alexander Isak – 9Didn’t get much of a sniff in the first half but he only needs one chance and he took it brilliantly after the break.Was only denied a second courtesy of a fantastic save from Caoimhin Kelleher.Get building that statue because he has just certified his status as a Newcastle legend.Alexander Isak got his name on the scoresheetCredit: GettySUBSTITUTES Callum Wilson (on for Isak, 82 minutes) – 6Continued the great work-rate his fellow striker had produced to see the game out.Joe Willock (on for Barnes, 82 minutes) – 7READ MORE SUN STORIESRan-and-ran after coming on to get his team over the line.Emil Krafth (on for Murphy, 90 minutes) – NA More