Newcastle United’s Historic Carabao Cup Win: Medal for Former Star
Newcastle United celebrated a momentous victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final, securing their first major trophy in 70 years. The Magpies triumphed 2-1 at Wembley Stadium in a thrilling encounter.
- Dan Burn and Alexander Isak scored for Newcastle, sending the Toon Army into raptures.
- Federico Chiesa managed a late goal for Liverpool, but it wasn’t enough to deny Newcastle their historic win.
- This victory under manager Eddie Howe not only ended decades of waiting for silverware but also guarantees Newcastle’s participation in European football next season.
Amidst the jubilant scenes of Bruno Guimaraes leading the trophy celebrations with captains Kieran Trippier and Jamaal Lascelles, it has emerged that a former Newcastle player is also set to receive a winner’s medal.
Miguel Almiron to Receive Carabao Cup Medal Despite January Exit
In a heartwarming gesture, Newcastle United are reportedly planning to award a Carabao Cup medal to Miguel Almiron, who departed the club in January to join Atlanta United in MLS.
- Despite leaving midway through the season, Almiron qualifies for a medal due to his significant contribution in the earlier rounds of the competition.
- The Paraguayan winger played a total of 178 minutes across four Carabao Cup matches for Newcastle this season.
- This included an appearance in the semi-final first leg victory against Arsenal.
Football journalist Roberto Rojas highlighted on social media that Almiron’s medal will be his first and only one in English football, recognizing his part in Newcastle’s successful Carabao Cup campaign. This practice of awarding medals to former players who contributed to a trophy-winning run is not uncommon in football, as clubs often have discretion over distribution beyond the standard allocation for the matchday squad.
Newcastle United celebrate their Carabao Cup victory. Image: Getty
While Newcastle fans remained to celebrate their team’s historic moment, many Liverpool supporters reportedly left Wembley Stadium before the trophy presentation, a stark contrast to the jubilant scenes from the Newcastle end.
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