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.

Arsenal have a handful of injuries to contend with ahead of the first leg of the EFL Cup semifinals, while Newcastle United have two key players suspended.

Newcastle United must make the most of their strong form when they take on Arsenal in the League Cup semi-finals, coach Eddie Howe said on Monday as he urged his team not to be complacent. Newcastle have won their last six games across all competitions,

NEWCASTLE TOOK a giant stride towards the League Cup final as goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon earned a 2-0 semi-final, first-leg lead at Arsenal on Tuesday. The Magpies have never previously won the competition and have had to wait since 1969 to celebrate any major trophy.

Mikel Arteta remained coy when he was quizzed on Raheem Sterling's return date, suggesting the Arsenal forward could feature against Newcastle United