I am fully convinced’ – Virgil van Dijk sends ‘amazing’ message as Liverpool ‘intensity’ Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk believes winning the Carabao Cup final may not boost their Premier League title hopes. Despite their 4-0 semi-final victory over Tottenham, Van Dijk urges his team to remain grounded. He anticipates a memorable final against Newcastle United on March 16, with both sets of fans creating a special atmosphere.