Liverpool delivered a stunning comeback to secure a spot in the 2025 Carabao Cup final, overcoming Tottenham with a dominant performance at Anfield.
The Reds overturned a 1-0 aggregate deficit from the first leg, winning 4-0 to book their place in the final against Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium next month.
Liverpool’s Fightback Begins
Spurs started the game with a narrow 1-0 lead from the first leg. However, it took Liverpool just over 30 minutes to erase that advantage. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring, slotting the ball past Antonin Kinsky after a Mohamed Salah cross reached him at the far post. Earlier, Dominik Szoboszlai thought he had scored, but his goal was ruled out for offside.
Salah’s Penalty Puts Liverpool in Control
With the score level on aggregate, Liverpool had the momentum, backed by a roaring home crowd. Tottenham, missing key players, struggled to keep up.
The turning point came when Darwin Nunez raced towards a through ball and collided with goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.
The referee awarded a penalty after reviewing the incident, and Mohamed Salah confidently converted it, putting Liverpool ahead on aggregate.
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Liverpool Dominate the Second Half
As Tottenham struggled to find their footing, Liverpool continued to apply relentless pressure in search of more goals. Cody Gakpo, who had already found the net earlier in the match, almost doubled his tally with a well-struck shot. However, Spurs’ goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky reacted quickly, managing to get a hand on the ball and push it onto the post. It was a close call that kept Tottenham’s hopes alive, at least for the moment.
Ryan Gravenberch also came agonizingly close to adding his name to the scoresheet. The Dutch midfielder unleashed a powerful strike from outside the box, only to see it crash against the upright.
Despite these missed opportunities, Liverpool’s attacking momentum remained strong. The breakthrough came in the 75th minute when Dominik Szoboszlai finished off a beautifully worked team move.
After some precise passing in and around the box, he calmly slotted the ball into the net, giving Liverpool a comfortable lead.
Van Dijk Seals the Victory
Tottenham had one final chance to spark a comeback when Son Heung-min found space inside the box. The South Korean forward fired a shot towards goal from a difficult angle, but the ball rattled the crossbar and bounced away to safety. That was as close as Spurs came to scoring, and Liverpool made sure there was no way back.
In the final minutes, Virgil van Dijk sealed the victory with a commanding header. Rising above the defense, he directed Conor Bradley’s perfectly delivered corner into the net, putting the result beyond doubt. With that, Liverpool secured a dominant 4-0 win, booking their place in the Carabao Cup final in style.
What’s Next?
With this victory, Liverpool now look forward to the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium.
Newcastle secured their place earlier in the week by defeating Arsenal 4-0 on aggregate. The final will be a chance for Liverpool to claim the first major trophy of the season.
For Tottenham, this loss is a huge disappointment, as they were just 90 minutes away from reaching the final. Now, they must regroup and focus on their remaining competitions for the season.
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Wrap Up
Liverpool’s comeback victory over Tottenham was a statement of their strength and resilience. From Gakpo’s opener to Van Dijk’s final goal, the Reds dominated the game and showed why they are one of the most dangerous teams in England.
As they prepare to face Newcastle in the final, fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Liverpool can lift the Carabao Cup and add another trophy to their collection.
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