Liverpool denied penalty for Trippier's handball in final

Liverpool did not receive a penalty for a handball by Newcastle's Kieran Trippier during the League Cup final. EFL communications stated that VAR confirmed the referee's decision, deeming Trippier's arm was in a natural position with no intent to handle the ball. The incident occurred just before the 40-minute mark as Liverpool attacked. Despite appeals from Liverpool players, the referee decided against awarding a penalty after reviewing the situation with VAR. Shortly after the handball incident, Newcastle's Dan Burn scored the opening goal, capitalizing on a defensive error from Liverpool.