Liverpool Fans Criticized for Leaving Wembley Early Before Newcastle’s Carabao Cup Medal Ceremony
Liverpool supporters have come under fire for their behavior at Wembley Stadium before Newcastle United players received their Carabao Cup winners’ medals.
Newcastle claimed a 2-1 victory in the final, with goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak on either side of halftime. Federico Chiesa managed a late consolation for Liverpool in stoppage time, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Magpies from securing their first major trophy since the 1969 Fairs Cup.
There were emotional scenes among Newcastle fans at the final whistle, especially as many still remembered the heartbreak of their 2023 Carabao Cup final loss to Manchester United. This time, Eddie Howe’s men ensured a different outcome, with captain Bruno Guimaraes leading the squad up the famous Wembley steps to collect their medals.
However, Liverpool fans drew criticism after many of them were seen leaving the stadium before both the runners-up medals were presented to their own players and Newcastle’s trophy celebration began.
Disappointed observers took to social media to call out the early exits. One user commented, “Liverpool fans not even bothering to watch the players get their runners-up medals. Sore losers.”
Another added, “Disappointing to see Liverpool fans leaving Wembley Stadium before the team was presented with the runners-up medals.”
A third said, “Embarrassing from all of us that. Take the L and appreciate that a club like Newcastle gave everything to beat us.”
On the other hand, some Liverpool fans defended the decision to leave early. One wrote, “The right thing to do. Let the team know that they are embarrassing.”
Another added, “About as much as that performance deserves.”
A third echoed, “Rightly so after that performance.”
The contrasting reactions highlight the tension and disappointment among the Reds’ fanbase following the defeat.