Newcastle vs Arsenal: Carabao Cup Semi-Final Preview and Prediction

Newcastle United host Arsenal at St James’ Park in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie. The Magpies hold a 2-0 advantage from the first leg at the Emirates Stadium.

Eddie Howe’s side will be confident of progressing to the final, but recent home defeats to Bournemouth and Fulham may give Arsenal hope. The Gunners have won their last four matches, including an impressive 5-1 victory over Manchester City.

Key factors to consider:

• Newcastle’s 2-0 lead from the first leg
• Arsenal’s improved form and goalscoring
• Newcastle’s recent poor home results
• The impact of home support at St James’ Park

Prediction: Newcastle 1-2 Arsenal (Arsenal to win on the night but Newcastle to progress on aggregate)

Key player to watch: Joe Willock (Newcastle) – The former Arsenal midfielder could make an impact against his old club.

While Arsenal may get the win on the night, Newcastle are likely to score at least once, which would leave the Gunners needing three goals to overturn the tie. An Arsenal victory with both teams scoring seems a reasonable prediction.