Liverpool were defeated by Newcastle United 2-1 in the final of the English League Cup earlier today, leaving their season hanging in the balance. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak gave the Magpies the win, while Federico Chiesa’s late goal for Liverpool came too late to make any difference.
The Reds were thoroughly outplayed by a deserving Newcastle side, who ended their 70-year trophy drought. This loss follows their earlier elimination from the UEFA Champions League, leaving Liverpool with much to reflect on.
However, the situation grew worse for Liverpool when midfielder Harvey Elliott picked up an injury towards the end of the match. The young talent was seen needing assistance from medical staff to leave the field, and a video of the incident suggests the club could face further challenges in the coming weeks.
Liverpool’s squad depth has been under scrutiny, as the lack of rotation in recent months has left key players fatigued. If Elliott’s injury is serious, it will add to the mounting concerns. As a versatile attacking midfielder, Elliott’s ability to create chances and score goals is vital, and his absence would be a significant blow to Liverpool’s hopes of turning their form around.
With their form sharply declining in recent weeks, this injury could not have come at a worse time. It remains to be seen if Liverpool can recover from this setback and find a way to get their campaign back on track, but their chances of success are now looking increasingly uncertain.
