EFL Cup final in three years and a shot at a first major trophy since 1955 is tantalisingly within reach for Newcastle on Wednesday night. Two goals to the good after an absorbing first leg at the Emirates Stadium,

Newcastle face Arsenal in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie with the hosts looking to make the final of this competition for the second time in three seasons. The Magpies are hoping for another chance to end their 70-year trophy drought, having lost 2-0 to Manchester United in the Wembley showpiece in 2023.

Newcastle United are preparing to host Arsenal in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final as both Premier League clubs aim to reach the final at Wembley Stadium