NEWCASTLE’S Saudi owners will be hoping for an early return on their massive investment as the Magpies head into the Carabao Cup Final against Manchester United looking to land their first piece of major silverware since 1969.
When Eddie Howe was appointed last season with Newcastle in the midst of a relegation battle, only the most optimistic of fans would have thought they’d be challenging for a top-four spot in the following campaign and running out in a cup final.
But that’s exactly what has happened, although Howe’s side will have to overcome a Manchester United team in red-hot form if they’re to savour major success for the first time since that 1969 Fairs Cup triumph in Europe.
While Newcastle United are looking to end a decades-long wait for glory, the Red Devils are still in the hunt for four trophies in a single season after Thursday’s epic Europa League win over Barcelona, a match that saw two bets land for our man Mark.
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