Virgil van Dijk’s late header secured Liverpool’s 10th League Cup title and kept their hopes alive for a historic quadruple, while Chelsea missed several opportunities.

Mauricio Pochettino, still in search of an English football trophy, was visibly emotional at the final whistle.

Chelsea’s record signing, Enzo Fernandez, had a disappointing performance in midfield and showed frustration after the match, receiving the runner-up medal while being consoled by officials.

Following the Carabao Cup final defeat, Fernandez responded to taunting from a Liverpool fan, exchanging shouts and angry looks before being separated by a teammate.