Carabao Cup final 2023: Everything you need to know

Here is all you need to know ahead of this weekend's showpiece

The EFL Cup, also known as the Carabao Cup due to sponsorship reasons, is an annual football competition in England. Overall the tournament is open to all 92 clubs in the Premier League and the English Football League, which includes the Championship, League One, and League Two.

The EFL Cup was first established in 1960 and was also originally known as the Football League Cup. The tournament has undergone several name changes over the years due to different sponsorship agreements, but it remains one of the most prestigious domestic cup competitions in English football.

Firstly, the EFL Cup is a knockout competition with a single-elimination format. Secondly, each round consists of a one-off match, with the winner advancing to the next round and the loser being eliminated. Finally, here is everything you need to know about the Carabao Cup 2023 final.

Who are the Carabao Cup defending champions?

Liverpool are the current champions, having beaten Chelsea on penalties in the 2022 final.

Which teams are in the 2023 Carabao Cup?

The Carabao Cup Final 2023 will be contested between Manchester United and Newcastle United.

Where will the Carabao Cup 2023 final be played?

The final will be held at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London.

What time will the Carabao Cup 2023 final kick-off?

The final will kick off at 4.30 PM UTC; 10:00 PM IST on Sunday 26 February.

Who is the Carabao Cup 2023 top scorer?

Firstly, Manchester United star Marcus Rashford and Southampton's Che Adams are currently tied for the golden boot with 5 goals each. But Marcus Rashford will have the chance to win the golden boot in the final against Newcastle.

What colours will the teams wear?

Manchester United will be dressed in their red home shirts, accompanied by white shorts and socks. While Newcastle will wear their traditional black and white striped shirts with black shorts and socks.

The Reds' goalkeeper will be attired in an all-yellow strip while the Magpies' stopper will be dressed in all-aqua blue.

Where will the Carabao Cup 2023 final be telecasted?

The live stream of the Carabao Cup final between Manchester United vs Newcastle United will be on the FanCode’s mobile app (Android, iOS, TV), also TV app available on Android TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Jio STB, Samsung TV in India.

Also Read: Where and how to watch Manchester United vs Newcastle United in UK, USA and Nigeria?

When was the last time Manchester United won a major trophy?

The last trophy Manchester United won was the Europa League in 2017.

When was the last time Newcastle United won a major trophy?

The last “major” trophy won by Newcastle United was the FA Cup, back in 1955.

Which players are injured or suspended for the Carabao Cup 2023 final?

Manchester United

Marcus Rashford (doubtful – knee)

Anthony Martial (doubtful – hip injury)

Diogo Dalot (doubtful)

Christian Eriksen – (ruled out – ankle injury)

Donny van de Beek (ruled out – knee injury)

Newcastle

Nick Pope (suspended)

Emil Krafth (ruled out – ACL injury)

Shaun Longstaff (ruled out – knee injury)

Joe Willock (doubtful)