Newcastle’s Carabao Cup Triumph Over Liverpool Sets Record with 8 Million Viewers Across 193 Territories

Newcastle’s Carabao Cup Triumph Draws Record 8 Million Viewers
By IsaAn Khan | Updated: 17:43 GMT, 18 March 2025

Newcastle United’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final captivated a record-breaking audience, with 8 million UK viewers tuning in across Sky Sports and ITV. The match, which ended Newcastle’s 70-year wait for a domestic trophy, saw a peak viewership of 7.9 million, accounting for half of all TVs switched on in the UK. Globally, the game reached fans in 193 international territories, underscoring its massive appeal.

Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph set a UK viewership record, with millions more watching worldwide.

This season marked the first time every Carabao Cup match was broadcast live in the UK, thanks to a partnership between the EFL and Sky Sports. The initiative fueled a 20% surge in attendance, with over 1.7 million fans attending matches—the highest turnout since the competition’s format change in 2001-02.

EFL CEO Trevor Birch hailed the final as a “fitting finale to a wonderful season,” praising the tournament’s growing global footprint and domestic resonance. “The numbers reflect the competition’s enduring value to football supporters everywhere,” he said.

EFL CEO Trevor Birch credited the final’s success as a testament to the Carabao Cup’s popularity.

Eddie Howe’s tactical brilliance guided Newcastle to their historic win, with fans celebrating wildly as the manager lifted the trophy at Wembley. The victory not only ended decades of frustration but also highlighted the club’s resurgence under Howe’s leadership.

Eddie Howe jubilantly lifts the trophy after Newcastle’s 2-1 victory over Liverpool.

The final’s success cements the Carabao Cup as a cornerstone of English football, blending drama, history, and global reach. With soaring attendance and viewership, the tournament continues to unite fans worldwide, proving its unmatched place in the sport’s calendar.

Key Stats:

• Peak UK audience: 7.9 million
• Global broadcast: 193 regions
• Total attendance: 1.7 million (up 20% from 2024)

Relive the magic of Newcastle’s historic win and explore highlights from the season across Sky Sports and ITV platforms.

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