liverpool's manager kenny dalglish stated in the aftermath, that the victory would lead to more trophies. the club reached the 2012 fa cup final, but were beaten 2–1 by chelsea. their league form faltered after the victory and they finished the season in 8th place. despite this, victory in the final ensured liverpool had qualified for the 2012–13 uefa europa league. cardiff manager malky mackay was proud of his team despite their defeat. they finished the season in 6th place in the 2011–12 football league championship, reaching the playoffs where they were beaten by west ham united over two-legs.