Paul Merson has backed Liverpool to win the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle today - although he’s not expecting the Reds to do it the easy way. Liverpool goes in search of its first piece of silverware in the Arne Slot era at Wembley as it looks to defend the trophy it won against Chelsea last year - the last of Jurgen Klopp’s time in charge.

The pundits have been having their say ahead of the Carabao Cup final at Wembley between Liverpool and Newcastle United

The Reds will take on Newcastle United at Wembley this Sunday.Liverpool have the chance to get their hands on their first trophy of the season this weekend as they gear up for the Carabao Cup final. The Reds will battle it out against Newcastle United on Sunday,