Eddie Howe: Newcastle United's Triumph is a Powerful Release
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Synopsis
Newcastle's head coach Eddie Howe spoke about the emotional celebrations of the team after their 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final, marking the end of a 70-year trophy drought.
Key Takeaways
- Newcastle celebrates a major cup victory.
- The club ended a 70-year trophy drought.
- Dan Burn scored on his 100th appearance.
- Eddie Howe emphasizes the emotional aspect of the club.
- The team overcame top Premier League rivals for the cup.
London, March 17 (NationPress) Newcastle's head coach Eddie Howe shared insights on the team's jubilant celebrations following their victory that ended a 70-year void without a significant domestic trophy, as the Magpies triumphed over Liverpool with a score of 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final held at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.
The long-awaited first trophy since their 1969 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup win came after hometown hero Dan Burn netted a stunning header in the first half during his 100th appearance for the club, followed by Isak, who scored the second goal after being denied by an offside call moments earlier.
Despite the remarkable achievement of Howe’s squad, the English head coach revealed he refrained from joining the late-night celebrations, emphasizing the emotional nature of the club as they transitioned into celebration mode post-match.
"We believe we deserved to win the match, which adds to the satisfaction. Winning the trophy was our primary goal, but it’s equally important to perform well and honor ourselves. The players were outstanding; we showed great commitment, and now we can relish this reward for the next few days.
"I truly think we are an emotional football club. There are many intense feelings after victories and defeats, but it has been a long time waiting for a trophy for everyone, so it’s fantastic to be the team that has broken that lengthy spell. With this achievement comes a sense of release for all. We will savor this moment for a few days before returning to work,” Howe told Sky Sports.
Newcastle’s path to their first Carabao Cup victory was fraught with challenges. The Toon faced each of the current top four teams in the Premier League during their campaign, overcoming teams such as Liverpool, Arsenal (4-0 victory in the semifinals), Nottingham Forest (4-3 win on penalties in the second round), and Chelsea (2-0 win in the Round of 16).
