Isak shines as Newcastle defeats Liverpool to win first major trophy in 70 years.
Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. Eddie Howe’s side were dominant, sealing their first major domestic cup since the 1955 FA Cup. Dan Burn’s towering first-half header and Alexander Isak’s composed finish gave Newcastle a deserved lead. Though Federico Chiesa pulled one back for Liverpool late on, the Magpies held firm to secure the win. Having lost last year’s final to Manchester United, Newcastle was determined not to let history repeat itself. Their triumph also made Howe the first English manager to win a major trophy since Harry Redknapp’s FA Cup success with Portsmouth in 2008. For Liverpool, the defeat capped off a dismal week following their Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain. With their treble hopes dashed, Arne Slot’s team must now focus solely on securing the Premier League title.
NEWCASTLE UNITED WIN THEIR FIRST MAJOR TROPHY SINCE 1969! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/vedUaTya7n
— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) March 16, 2025
Ferran Torres rallies Barcelona to a major comeback win over Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona took a major step toward the La Liga title with a dramatic 4-2 comeback victory over Atletico Madrid on Sunday. Despite both teams playing in the Champions League midweek, Atleti looked sharper early on and capitalized on Barcelona’s high defensive line. Antoine Griezmann set up Julián Álvarez for the opener just before halftime, and Alexander Sørloth doubled the lead in the 70th minute with a near-identical goal. However, Barcelona responded immediately. Robert Lewandowski ignited the comeback with a stunning volley, and Ferran Torres equalized six minutes later with a clever flick from Raphinha’s cross. The game reached a thrilling climax in stoppage time when 16-year-old Lamine Yamal’s deflected shot put Barcelona ahead. Torres then sealed the victory with his second goal, sending manager Hansi Flick into wild celebrations. The win strengthens Barcelona’s title push, while Atleti’s hopes suffered a heavy blow in a gripping encounter at the Metropolitano.
🔵🔴 20 minutes, 4 goals for Barça’s perfect comeback tonight! ✨ pic.twitter.com/zaw3mAyrWL
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 16, 2025
Højlund and Garnacho end goal droughts as Man United defeats Leicester City.
Manchester United secured a commanding 3-0 victory over struggling Leicester City on Sunday, with Rasmus Højlund and Alejandro Garnacho ending their goal droughts and Bruno Fernandes continuing his fine form. Seeking back-to-back wins for the first time since January, United took the lead in the 28th minute through Højlund’s first goal since mid-December. Garnacho, who had not scored since November, doubled the advantage in the second half after having an earlier goal ruled out for offside. Fernandes, instrumental in both goals, sealed the victory with a superb strike in added time. However, the win was marred by an unfortunate injury to teenage sensation Ayden Heaven, who had to be stretchered off on his first Premier League start. Coach Ruben Amorim looked frustrated by yet another injury setback but could take comfort in his team’s second successive three-goal win, which moved them up to 13th in the Premier League table.
90’ — FULL TIME.
Leicester City 0-3 Manchester United. pic.twitter.com/zvqREbmico
— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) March 16, 2025
Messi scores a thriller as Inter Miami claims a huge win over Atlanta United.
Substitute Fafà Picault scored in the 89th minute, and Lionel Messi netted his first goal of the MLS regular season as Inter Miami secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Atlanta United on Sunday. Despite six saves from Atlanta goalkeeper Brad Guzan—who helped eliminate Miami in last season’s playoffs—Messi found the net in the 20th minute, marking his return to the starting lineup after recovering from muscle fatigue. Atlanta took an early lead in the 11th minute through Emmanuel Latte Lath’s third goal of the season, but his teammates failed to add to the tally as their winless streak stretched to three games. Both sides created second-half chances, but Picault’s late header proved decisive. Miami (3-1-0) continued its strong start, while Atlanta (1-1-2) will look to bounce back when they visit FC Cincinnati on Saturday. Miami, meanwhile, will next host the Philadelphia Union on March 29.
A Messi 𝑮𝑶𝑳𝑨𝒁𝑶 and a late winner hand Inter Miami yet another win 😎✔️ pic.twitter.com/xKz8vdWJsS
— 433 (@433) March 17, 2025
Bayer Leverkusen Stages a thrilling 4-3 comeback against Stuttgart.
Xabi Alonso’s men produced a sensational comeback to defeat VfB Stuttgart 4-3 in a thrilling Bundesliga clash at the Mercedes-Benz Arena. Trailing 3-1 with half an hour remaining, Leverkusen rallied to snap a three-game losing streak and narrow Bayern Munich’s lead at the top to six points. Stuttgart took control early, with Ermedin Demirović opening the scoring in the 15th minute. Nick Woltemade doubled their advantage shortly after halftime. Jeremie Frimpong pulled one back in the 56th, but a Lukas Hradecky own goal restored Stuttgart’s two-goal cushion in the 62nd. Leverkusen responded swiftly, as Piero Hincapié struck six minutes later. Amine Adli nearly equalized in the 82nd before Stuttgart’s Angelo Stiller scored an own goal. Patrik Schick completed the dramatic turnaround in stoppage time, keeping Leverkusen’s title hopes alive. The win moved them to 56 points, closing the gap on Bayern after its 1-1 draw with Union Berlin.
90’ — FT: Stuttgart 3-4 Bayer Leverkusen.
After Bayern Munich dropped 2 points yesterday, Bayer Leverkusen had a MUST WIN game today.
They went 3-1 down but managed to complete the comeback (4-3) and are now just 6 points behind Bayern Munich! pic.twitter.com/knhnTtPMP0
— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) March 16, 2025