Liverpool’s fifth trip to Wembley in four seasons awaits and this time Chelsea are nowhere in sight, with Eddie Howe’s Newcastle instead aiming to end a 69-year wait for a major trophy. The Champions League exit in midweek after 120 minutes and a penalty shootout would have taken a lot of Slot’s squad,

Throughout the domestic cup competitions, it's common for teams to rotate their goalkeepers. Kelleher's previous performances in the League Cup have shown promise, indicating that he is a capable contender.