Newcastle moved a step closer to a first major domestic trophy since 1955 with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals.

Newcastle United won 2-0 at Arsenal in the first leg of the EFL Cup semifinals on Tuesday, pulling off a major upset that gives the Magpies a sizable advantage before next month's second leg. Arsenal dominated the match in terms of shots and possession but were trailing by the 37th minute when Alexander Isak gave Newcastle the lead.

Follow live coverage as Arsenal face Newcastle United in the EFL cup. Liverpool are the reigning champions of the competition following an extra time victory over Chelsea at Wembley last term, Virgil van Dijk scoring the decisive goal to secure a record-extending tenth win of this domestic cup for the Reds.

Alexander Isak scored his 50th goal for Newcastle United as Eddie Howe's side took a huge step towards the League Cup final with a 2-0 victory at Arsenal on Tuesday.

Newcastle's two star forwards were on the scoresheet as they secured a commanding first-leg advantage over Arsenal

Arsenal host Newcastle United in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semifinals at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE! Arsenal take on Newcastle in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie at the Emirates Stadium tonight. The Gunners have been beset by injury and illness as they look to quickly bounce back from Saturday’s frustrating draw at Brighton that saw them drop more points in the Premier League title race and halted a run of four consecutive wins across all competitions that included a Gabriel Jesus-inspired comeback win over Crystal Palace in the quarters.

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Arsenal host Newcastle United in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi final on Tuesday night. Mikel Arteta is looking to guide the Gunners to their first final in this competition since 2011, while Eddie Howe’s side are aiming to reach their second Carabao Cup final in three years after they lost to Manchester United at Wembley in 2023.

Latest Arsenal news and gossip as Sky Sports will be joined by ITV in broadcasting the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Newcastle