In a post-match interview that had sports fans chuckling, Newcastle's Kieran Trippier humorously acknowledged former teammate Micah Richards after helping his team secure the Carabao Cup final. The exchange took place live on CBS Sports and marked a rare moment of praise for Richards from Trippier.
Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for a major trophy by defeating Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley to win the Carabao Cup. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured victory for Eddie Howe's men. Substitute Federico Chiesa struck late in the game, setting up a tense finish, but Newcastle held firm to clinch an impressive win that is sure to ignite wild celebrations in the North East.
The triumph was particularly sweet for many members of the team who had experienced defeat in the 2023 final against Manchester United. This time around, former England defender Trippier got his hands on the trophy alongside co-captains Bruno Guimaraes and Jamaal Lascelles.
Light-hearted exchange with Micah Richards
Trippier joined Kate Scott, Thierry Henry, and Richards on CBS Sports after their victory. In what seemed like a first in show history, ex-right-back received praise from Trippier.
Richards often finds himself at the receiving end of jokes about his career; however, this time around was different as he was called out as being "decent" by Trippier. The latter revealed that it was due to Richards' performance that he left Manchester City where he came through ranks and won FA Youth Cup in 2008 but failed to make it into first-team because of Richard holding down right side defence.
Newcastle United player, Kieran Trippier, said:
"I have no regrets in my career. Except because of Micah, I couldn't get in at Man City. I had to leave. He was a decent player!"
Richards' hilarious reaction
The unexpected praise from Trippier led Richards to ask the 34-year-old to explain on the show that he was indeed a good footballer. The light-hearted banter continued as Richards found himself involved in another amusing moment with Newcastle's goalscorer and Man of the Match, Dan Burn.
Richards and Burn performed Burn's signature Fortnite celebration dance, leaving the rest of the panel in stitches. This capped off an excellent week for Burn who had recently received his first call-up to join England squad.
This memorable exchange between Trippier and Richards not only added a dash of humor but also highlighted their camaraderie and mutual respect as former teammates. It served as an entertaining endnote to Newcastle's historic victory.
