The last official title for Newcastle was the 2006 UEFA Intertoto Cup, but that trophy came in a really awkward manner. The 11 clubs which surpassed the third round of the tournament were proclaimed champions. However, because Newcastle went farthestin the 2006-2007 UEFA Cup (now Europa League), the trophy was awarded to them.

If we look at other competitions, the wait has been even longer: Premier League (1926-1927), FA Cup (1954-1955) and Texaco Cup (1974-1975). That’s why the Carabao Cupis pretty special for a historic club in the United Kingdom. This is their first cup final since 1999 when they lost the game for the FA CupagainstManchester United. Now, in a shocking turn of events, Nick Pope won’t be able to play in the Carabao Cup final. Read here to find outthe incredible reasons.

Why is Loris Karius playing for Nick Pope in the Carabao Cup final?

Nick Pope is out for Newcastle against Manchester United, because he saw a red card after an incredible mistake against Liverpool in the Premier League. So, considering the Carabao Cup final was the next game onthe calendar, the goalkeeperis officially suspended following hishandballoutside the box facing the Reds.

Martin Dubravka is the substitute. However, he is also not available because he already played with another club in this edition of the Carabao Cup. Believe it or not, that other team was Manchester United. Yes, Newcastle’s rival in the final.

The other option for Newcastle as third goalkeeper was Karl Darlow. Nevertheless, he just went on loan to Hull City. So, the final decision is Loris Karius as starter. Coach Eddie Howe decided to give Karius a shot at redemption.

Loris Karius hasn’t played an official game in almost two years. Of course, the German goalkeeper is mostly remembered by his mistakes in the 2018 Champions League final that Liverpool lost against Real Madrid.

Furthermore, Newcastle are ready to play his first cup final since 1999 when they lost the FA Cup against Manchester United. In what would be a rematch of that duel, both squads will face off on February 26th in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.

However, Newcastle will have a huge problem at the goalkeeper position. A series of unfortunate events might lead the team to play with Loris Karius. Yes, the name we all remember with Liverpool in that Champions League final against Real Madrid. The story is unbelievable.

Carabao Cup final: Loris Karius could be the starting goalkeeper for Newcastle

The last official title for Newcastle was the 2006 UEFA Intertoto Cup, but that trophy came in a really awkward manner. The 11 clubs which surpassed the third round of the tournament were proclaimed champions. However, because Newcastle went farthestin the 2006-2007 UEFA Cup (now Europa League), the trophy was awarded to them.

If we look at other competitions, the wait has been even longer: Premier League (1926-1927), FA Cup (1954-1955) and Texaco Cup (1974-1975). That’s why the Carabao Cup final against Manchester United is pretty special for a historic club in the United Kingdom.

The problem for Newcastle is at the goalkeeper position. Nick Pope is the starter, but he saw a red card after an incredible mistake against Liverpool in the Premier League. So, considering the Carabao Cup final is the next game, he is suspended.

Martin Dubravka is the substitute. However, he is not available because he already played with another club in this edition of the Carabao Cup. Believe it or not, that other team was Manchester United. Yes, Newcastle’s rival in the final.

That means Newcastle would have to go with their third option, Loris Karius. He hasn’t played an official game in almost two years. Of course, the German goalkeeper is mostly remembered by his mistakes in the 2018 Champions League final that Liverpool lost against Real Madrid.

The other option for Newcastle as third goalkeeper was Karl Darlow. Nevertheless, he just went on loan to Hull City. So, the final decision will be between Loris Karius and the fourth goalkeeper of the team, Mark Gillespie. Maybe, if coach Eddie Howe decides so, Karius will get a shot at redemption.