Homepage
Skip to content
Accessibility Help
Sign in
More menu
Search
BBC Sport
Menu
EFL Cup
Scores & Fixtures
Top Scorers
League Cup Arsenal 0 Newcastle United 2 Full time
Match Summary
Tue 7 Jan 2025
League Cup -
Semi-finals
Arsenal 0 , Newcastle United 2 at Full time
Arsenal
Arsenal
0
2
Newcastle
Newcastle United
Full time
FT
Half Time Arsenal 0 , Newcastle United 1
HT 0-1
Key Events
Arsenal
Newcastle United
A. Isak (37')Goal 37 minutes
A. Gordon (51')Goal 51 minutes
Assists
Newcastle United,J. Murphy (37')
Venue:
Emirates Stadium
Attendance:
59,125
Advertisement
Live Reporting
Report
(active)
Scores
Line-ups
Match Stats
Watch & listen
Head-to-head
Alexander Isak scores at Arsenal
Image source,Getty Images
Image caption,
Alexander Isak has scored 15 goals for Newcastle this season
Michael Emons
BBC Sport journalist
Alexander Isak's rich goalscoring form continued as Newcastle United took control of their Carabao Cup semi-final with a superb first-leg win against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.
Newcastle have never won the competition but will make their second final in three seasons if they avoid defeat, or lose by a one-goal margin, in the second leg at St James' Park on 5 February.
Arsenal, second in the Premier League, started the tie as favourites, but have it all to do in the return fixture.
Isak scored his 14th goal in 15 games to set Newcastle on the way to their seventh successive win.
Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka's free-kick was launched forward, Sven Botman headed the ball on and Jacob Murphy played it into Isak's path with the Swede lifting a composed finish past David Raya.
Anthony Gordon doubled the visitors' lead in the 51st minute, converting the rebound after Raya could only parry Isak's shot.
Gabriel Martinelli had hit the post for the Gunners when the game was goalless, with Jurrien Timber and William Saliba also failing to score with close-range headers.
Tottenham host Liverpool in the first leg of the second semi-final on Wednesday (20:00 GMT), with the final at Wembley on 16 March.
The rise and rise of Newcastle's Isak
Published
13 hours ago
Arsenal's Nwaneri 'out for a few weeks' with injury
Published
1 day ago
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
Published
1 day ago
Newcastle fans still dreaming after superb win
Newcastle have been English champions four times and won six FA Cups, but have not lifted silverware since the Fairs Cup in 1969.
However, their fans will be dreaming this is the year that long wait for a trophy ends.
Eddie Howe's side, beaten 2-0 by Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final in 2023, know they still have a lot of work to do to get back to Wembley, but the first leg in London could not have gone any better.
Indeed, history is on their side as since 1987-88 all eight away teams to have a two-goal advantage after a semi-final first leg have reached the final.
Isak, a striker long linked with a move to Arsenal, showed the Gunners what they were missing with an excellent performance which got him a goal and an assist as he provided constant problems for Gabriel and Saliba.
Jacob Murphy and Gordon also played their part again in Newcastle's resurgence, but everyone contributed in handing Arsenal their first home loss of the season.
Dubravka made an excellent save to deny Gabriel, with Newcastle's defending typified by last-ditch blocks from Dan Burn and Botman as they battled to deal with Arsenal's constant threat from inswinging corners.
Since a 4-2 loss at Brentford a month ago, the Magpies have beaten Leicester, Brentford, Ipswich, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Tottenham and now the Gunners.
That run has lifted Newcastle to fifth in the Premier League, in contention for a return to Champions League football after playing in that tournament last season, though they have no European football this campaign.
They now have an FA Cup tie and four league matches before they must focus on the second leg.
Newcastle fans will already be looking forward to 5 February, which promises to be a raucous evening at St James' Park, with them hoping to finish the job off and return to Wembley.
Have your say on Arsenal’s performance
What did you make of Newcastle’s display?
Player of the match
Number: 14
A. Isak
Average rating
8.90
Arsenal
(active)
Newcastle United
Number:
49
M. Lewis-Skelly
Average Rating:
4.75
Number:
22
David Raya
Average Rating:
4.52
Number:
41
D. Rice
Average Rating:
4.42
Number:
11
Gabriel Martinelli
Average Rating:
4.36
Number:
6
Gabriel Magalhães
Average Rating:
4.26
Number:
8
M. Ødegaard
Average Rating:
4.23
Number:
2
W. Saliba
Average Rating:
4.21
Number:
20
Jorginho
Average Rating:
4.14
Number:
12
J. Timber
Average Rating:
4.10
Number:
5
T. Partey
Average Rating:
3.84
Number:
9
Gabriel Jesus
Average Rating:
3.67
Number:
29
K. Havertz
Average Rating:
3.56
Number:
19
L. Trossard
Average Rating:
3.49
Number:
17
O. Zinchenko
Average Rating:
3.31
Back to team tabs
After the opportunity to rate players has closed, the score displayed represents the average from all the submissions by BBC Sport users.
Related topics
Arsenal
Newcastle United
Football
EFL Cup
View comments | 1744
Home
News
Sport
Business
Innovation
Culture
Travel
Earth
Video
Live
Terms of Use
About the BBC
Privacy Policy
Cookies
Accessibility Help
Parental Guidance
Contact the BBC
Get Personalised Newsletters
Why you can trust the BBC
Advertise with us
Do not share or sell my info
© 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
This appears to be a detailed match report from the BBC Sport website about Newcastle United's 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the EFL Cup semi-finals on January 7, 2025. It highlights the key events, player performances, and Newcastle's strong position heading into the second leg. The report emphasizes Alexander Isak's impactful performance and Newcastle's aspirations to end their long trophy drought.
If you'd like a summary, analysis, or any specific information extracted from this, let me know!
You said:
More details
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the match report:
Match Overview
Competition: EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) Semi-finals (First Leg)
Date: January 7, 2025
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
Attendance: 59,125
Result: Arsenal 0–2 Newcastle United
Key Highlights
First Half (0-1):
Newcastle's Alexander Isak scored in the 37th minute.
The goal originated from a long free-kick by goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, flicked on by Sven Botman.
Jacob Murphy provided the assist with a precise pass, allowing Isak to lift the ball calmly over Arsenal’s goalkeeper David Raya.
Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli struck the post earlier in the half, missing a crucial chance to take the lead.
Second Half (0-2):
Anthony Gordon extended Newcastle's lead in the 51st minute.
Gordon capitalized on a rebound after David Raya saved Isak’s initial shot.
Arsenal attempted a comeback, with close-range headers from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, but failed to find the net.
Key Performers
Newcastle United:
Alexander Isak: Scored the opening goal and assisted Gordon’s rebound goal.
Martin Dubravka: Made key saves, particularly against Gabriel.
Dan Burn & Sven Botman: Exemplary defensive efforts with last-ditch blocks and crucial headers.
Jacob Murphy: Provided the assist for Isak's goal.
Arsenal:
Gabriel Martinelli: Arsenal’s biggest attacking threat but failed to convert chances.
Defensive errors and a lack of composure in front of goal marked Arsenal's struggles.
Historical Context
Newcastle has not won a trophy since the 1969 Fairs Cup.
They are chasing their first-ever EFL Cup victory.
This win gives Newcastle a strong position, with the second leg at St James’ Park on February 5, 2025.
Player Ratings (BBC Sport User Ratings)
Top Newcastle Player: Alexander Isak (8.90/10)
Lowest Arsenal Player: Oleksandr Zinchenko (3.31/10)
Arsenal’s Best: Gabriel Martinelli (4.36/10)
What’s Next?
Newcastle:
The team heads into the second leg at St. James’ Park with a two-goal advantage.
History favors them, as teams with a two-goal away lead in semi-finals have always reached the final since 1987-88.
Arsenal:
They must overturn a two-goal deficit in the second leg to keep their EFL Cup hopes alive.
A daunting task, given Newcastle’s current form (seven consecutive wins in all competitions).
Other Semi-final:
Tottenham Hotspur faces Liverpool in the first leg of the other semi-final on January 8, 2025, at 20:00 GMT.
Analysis
Newcastle’s disciplined defensive approach and clinical finishing were key.
Arsenal dominated possession and created chances but lacked the cutting edge.
Isa
k’s standout form continues to drive Newcastle’s resurgence under Eddie Howe.
If you’d like additional analysis or insights into the tactical approaches or future implications, let me know!
Is this conversation helpful so far?
ChatGPT can make mistakes. Check important info.
?
No comments:
Post a Comment