Newcastle Suffers Another Major Injury Blow Ahead of Carabao Cup Final Against Liverpool

Newcastle Suffers Another Major Injury Blow Ahead of Carabao Cup Final Against Liverpool

Newcastle United has been dealt another devastating setback as they prepare to face Liverpool in the highly anticipated Carabao Cup final. The Magpies will be without one of their key players for the remainder of the season due to a serious injury, further complicating Eddie Howe’s squad selection.

The club had already been struggling with suspensions, notably that of star winger Anthony Gordon, who received a red card in the FA Cup fifth-round clash against Brighton. Gordon’s suspension rules him out of the final at Wembley, leaving a significant gap in Newcastle’s attacking options. Now, the team faces another critical absence.

Lewis Hall Ruled Out for the Season

Defender Lewis Hall has been ruled out for the rest of the season after sustaining a serious foot injury. The club confirmed that Hall will require surgery, followed by an extensive rehabilitation process.

In an official statement, Newcastle United announced: “Lewis Hall will miss the remainder of the 2024/25 season after sustaining an injury to a bone in his foot. Following a scan and specialist advice, he will undergo surgery before beginning a period of rehabilitation with the club’s medical team. We wish him the best in his recovery.”

Hall, who has been a regular starter at left-back, featured in every round of Newcastle’s Carabao Cup campaign. His absence presents a major challenge for Eddie Howe as he looks to assemble a competitive squad to face Premier League leaders Liverpool at Wembley.

The 20-year-old had played the full 90 minutes in Newcastle’s recent defeat to Liverpool in the league. However, he reportedly experienced discomfort in his ankle after the match and was later sent for a scan. The results, confirmed on Tuesday, revealed the extent of his injury.

A Major Setback for Newcastle’s Trophy Hopes

Eddie Howe’s squad is now significantly weakened ahead of the final, as they aim to end Newcastle’s long trophy drought, which dates back to their FA Cup triumph in 1955. With key players missing, the Magpies face an uphill battle against a formidable Liverpool side.

As Newcastle fans await the big day, all eyes will be on Howe’s tactical adjustments and how the team copes with the latest setbacks in their quest for silverware.