Cup final provides chance for 'once-in-a-lifetime achievement'

In reality every player is different, but most of the players in the build-up to the final will want to stick to their normal routines.

But it is a very hard thing to do when you know the scale of the game ahead.

Getting a chance to play at Wembley is always a huge privilege and one that players do not ever take for granted.

Interestingly for these two teams, Liverpool have won at Wembley several times in recent years but Newcastle lost the Carabao Cup final two years ago against Manchester United. The experience of losing that could potentially help the players who played in it.

The Magpies are trying to be history-makers - it has been so long since they lifted a major domestic honour. They will be very keen and motivated and the game feels bigger for Newcastle. Their history is not littered with trophies or Wembley appearances. For their fans, watching them lift a cup at Wembley would be a once-in-a-lifetime achievement.

They will be the underdogs but maybe that suits their identity and the identity of the fans. Things are different from last time though - Newcastle's league position has changed and they are facing a very different opponent with different expectations and skillsets.

For the fanbase travelling down, the first time was maybe a case of excitement but this time there is an understanding of what it takes to be successful because they tasted disappointment last time and do not want to face it again.

The euphoria two years ago may have affected one or two players, which then affects the whole game itself. Those players and fans just want to see their team do themselves justice and not walk away with any regrets.

From living in or near the city, the players will know the excitement that is building there. From a Newcastle standpoint, it is understanding the scale of it but still making sure they are ready and prepared. They must ensure they are not caught on the back foot because they see the game in the wrong sort of way.

Newcastle have caused Liverpool problems already this season in the game at St James' Park so the Reds will not take anything for granted.

It is a case of being prepared, being ready for the moment and understanding the lights will shine down on you for that game.

It is a case of making sure they are not too bright for you.

Nedum Onuoha was speaking to BBC Sport's Nat Hayward