Unbelievable Carabao Cup Bet Pays Off Big for Lucky Punter
A football fan is celebrating an extraordinary win after placing a long-shot bet during the thrilling Carabao Cup final clash between Liverpool and Newcastle United. In a match filled with drama and excitement at Wembley Stadium, Newcastle United, led by manager Eddie Howe, delivered a performance to remember against Arne Slot’s Liverpool side.
Despite Liverpool being the favourites, Newcastle defied expectations in front of their roaring supporters. Goals from defender Dan Burn and striker Alexander Isak secured a 2-1 victory for the Magpies, marking a historic moment as they clinched their first major trophy in 70 years. Federico Chiesa’s late goal for Liverpool in added time offered a glimmer of hope for a comeback, but Newcastle held firm to secure the coveted Carabao Cup title.
The pivotal moment arrived just before half-time when Dan Burn, rising powerfully above the Liverpool defense, headed home a corner expertly delivered by Kieran Trippier. This opening goal sent Newcastle fans into raptures and, unbeknownst to many at the time, also transformed a modest wager into a substantial windfall for one astute punter.
Dan Burn Header and Kieran Trippier Assist Land 81/1 Winning Bet
The goal by Dan Burn, set up by Kieran Trippier, was not just crucial for Newcastle’s victory; it was also the key to an incredible betting success story. One particularly savvy punter had placed a £25 bet at odds of 81/1, predicting that Trippier would provide an assist and Burn would score a goal during the Carabao Cup final. This audacious wager defied the odds and, thanks to the Newcastle duo, resulted in a remarkable £2000 payout for the fortunate fan.
Overjoyed with his winnings, the punter shared a screenshot of the winning bet slip on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), accompanied by the celebratory caption: “VIVA DAN BURN.” The post quickly gained traction, highlighting the excitement of the unexpected win and the thrill of football betting.
Speaking after the momentous match, Dan Burn, who was also celebrating his recent first call-up to the England national team earlier in the week, expressed his exhilaration. “I’ve had worse weeks,” Burn joked, still seemingly in disbelief. “I don’t want to go to sleep because I feel like I’m dreaming and it’s all going to be a lie.”
Reflecting on his rare goal-scoring feat, he added, “I don’t get many so I saved it for a big occasion. I feel strange, I feel numb at the minute.” Burn’s enthusiasm was palpable as he also mentioned his eagerness to join up with the England squad, stating, “I’ll be first there tomorrow [at England training] at 8 o’clock.”
Dan Burn opened the scoring as Newcastle United won the Carabao Cup. Image: Getty
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe echoed the sentiments of excitement, showering praise on Dan Burn. “What a few days for Dan. His performance today was colossal at the back,” Howe commented. “We were working on those corners tirelessly for two weeks. He’s delivered one from long range. Incredible header. So fitting it’s him.”
Liverpool’s manager, Arne Slot, while disappointed with the result, acknowledged the exceptional nature of Burn’s goal. Explaining Liverpool’s defensive setup for the corner, Slot said, “We have five players zonally close to our goal. If the ball comes there we have our five strongest players to attack the ball.”
He continued, highlighting the rarity of Burn’s header, “Normally a player runs to the zone. Normally, and I think he’s an exception, I’ve never seen in my life a player from that far away heading a ball with so much force into the far corner. 99 out of 100 times that will not lead to a goal.” Slot concluded by giving credit where it was due: “Credit to him, he’s one of the few players that can score a goal from that distance with his head.”
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