February 03 News If Newcastle is defeated by Manchester United in the League Cup final, Newcastle goalkeeper Dubrav
It is still possible for the card to take the championship medal.
In the first half of this season, Dubravka was loaned to Manchester United by Newcastle, but he was recalled early during the winter window.
Before returning to Newcastle, Dubravka played only two games for Ten Hag’s team, both of which were in the League Cup.
Now there is a rather peculiar scene that if Newcastle wins the final League Cup, Dubravka is likely to return empty-handed.
However, if United win the final, the 34-year-old goalkeeper is expected to pick up a winner’s medal.
Clubs will be awarded 19 medals following the final, with a further 11 to be awarded at a later date at their discretion.
Newcastle have used 25 players in the competition, with an extra five medals likely to be won by the coaching staff.
United, meanwhile, also used 25 players in the game and only 13 played more minutes than Dubravka, meaning he deserves a medal if they win.
Newcastle’s most recent title win dates back to 1955, when they won the FA Cup.
After the change of ownership, Newcastle is full of desire for the championship.
They last appeared in a cup final in 1999, against the Red Devils in the FA Cup.
The last time Manchester United won the championship was in 2017, under the leadership of Mourinho, they lifted the Europa League championship.