Team News
Conway and Cowie should both be available for Cardiff City. These two players have been so influential for their team in the Carling Cup. Miller may be deployed upfront as a loan striker in a 4-5-1 formation.
Meanwhile, Liverpool may go for a 4-4-2 formation. Andy Carroll could start alongside star striker Luis Suarez. Henderson may occupy the right wing with Steven Gerrard and Charlie Adam in midfield while Craig Bellamy is expected to start as a left winger.
A few facts you should know
1) Cardiff City are big-game losers. Some of their terrible memories include their 2008 FA Cup final loss to Portsmouth and their 2010 Championship Play-off final defeat.
2) Liverpool have the edge over Cardiff City in terms of head-to-head. The last time both teams clashed, the Merseyside Reds triumphed thanks to Steven Gerrard’s second period match winner.
3) Gerrard’s cousin, Anthony, plays for Cardiff City. He could feature at Wembley against Liverpool on Sunday.
4) In the past 5 Carling Cup finals, the 2-1 score line came up at 4 occasions.
Re-live how Cardiff City and Liverpool both reached the 2012 Carling Cup final.
Winner
Cardiff City have done so well on the road to Wembley. They showcased their desire for success in every single match. They are expert in extra-time football and penalty shoot-outs. Cardiff City fans have the right to believe that they can beat anyone. In fact, they are 90 or 120 minutes away from ending their 2011/12 Carling Cup campaign on the brightest note.
Likewise, Liverpool deserve so much. The club is going through a revolution under living legend Kenny Dalglish. Steven Gerrard is ageing and the time has come for the captain to lift a trophy for the first time since 2005 when his wonders inspired Liverpool to FA Cup glory.
For some, the Carling Cup may not mean much but for Cardiff City and Liverpool, Sunday’s final showdown at Wembley will be a chance for them to light up their torch.
Prediction: Cardiff City 0-1 Liverpool
