The Reds came out on top in last season's final of course but this time it was the same opponents who reigned supreme.
First-half strikes from Miguel Almiron and Lewis Hall set the Magpies on their way, before Joe Willock’s goal on the hour mark all but sealed the victory.
Defeat this evening means our cup run comes to a premature end, rendering us unable to retain the trophy we lifted at Wembley eight months ago.
FIRST HALF
Wanting to right the wrongs of Sunday’s derby defeat to Manchester City, the Reds emerged onto the Old Trafford turf with a point to prove.