A sparkling English League Cup final saw Manchester United crowned the first trophy since new coach Tannhäuser took over after a precise header from Casimiru and a pinpoint shot from Rashford handed Newcastle a 2-0 defeat.

Although both sides sent out their strongest lineups, Newcastle had to start with No.3 goalkeeper Kallios, which undoubtedly added to the tension of the game. At the beginning of the match, Newcastle striker Sint Maes created a lot of threats on the left side of the pitch, and even broke through the United defense at one point, but he was unable to score against the solid Dikia.

United took control of the game and broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute when Rauchischer's free kick from the left was met by Kasimiru's header, which flew into the back of the net like a cannonball, making the score 1-0. United made a comeback in the 39th minute, when Lashford and Weggerhaeuser ripped through Newcastle's defense, and Fukuko's ball was sent into the open goal from inside the penalty box. The ball bounced and flew accurately into Callios' empty net, giving United a 2-0 lead and taking the advantage into the dressing room.

In the second half, Newcastle fought back with all their might but were never able to break the deadlock, and United eventually took all three points 2-0 to win their first title of the season and mark the opening of the Tanhag coaching era.

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