Former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius has posted a heartfelt message on social media after starting for Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final.
Karius was brought in by Magpies boss Eddie Howe in September 2022 on a contract lasting until January. But the German has since saw his time at St James' Park extended until the end of the season.
With Nick Pope suspended after being shown a red card in Newcastle's Premier League loss to Liverpool, and No.2 Martin Dubravka cup-tied, Karius stepped up for his first match in 728 days in Sunday's showpiece against Manchester United.