EFL Cup: Newcastle vs. Arsenal Picks — Magpies to End Gunners Hopes of Domestic Silverware (Feb 5)

The second leg of the EFL Cup semi-final between Newcastle and Arsenal is set for St. James’ Park on Wednesday. Find our picks here.

Newcastle hold a healthy advantage ahead of the return leg this week after claiming a hard-fought 2-0 win at the Emirates on Jan 7.

Alexander Isak continued his clinic campaign in front of goal by netting the opener. Before a famous win in North London was secured following Anthony Gordon’s effort early in the second half.

Arsenal have already been dumped out of the FA Cup by Man United this term. Therefore, any hopes of silverware this term could hinge on their second leg in Newcastle on Wednesday.

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Magpies Chasing Third Straight Win Over Gunners

Newcastle will be hoping to continue their fine recent run of form against Arsenal this week. The Magpies have already recorded two wins over the Gunners in 2024-25, which includes a 1-0 home success in the Premier League in November.

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Newcastle vs. Arsenal Key Stats

• Newcastle aiming to reach second EFL Cup final in three seasons.
• Arsenal haven’t reached a domestic cup final since winning the FA Cup in 2019-20.

Newcastle Team News

Callum Wilson and Harvey Barnes remain out for Newcastle this week. Jamaal Lascelles is also no nearer making his return from a knee injury.

Possible Lineup

M. Dubravka (GK); T. Livramento, F. Schar, S. Botman, L. Hall, S. Tonali, B. Guimaraes, Joelinton, J. Murphy, A. Isak, A. Gordon

Arsenal Team News

Mikel Arteta is still without first-team stars such as Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Ben White this week. Takehiro Tomiyasu is nearing a return to first-team action.

Possible Lineup

D. Raya (GK); J. Timber, W. Saliba, Gabriel, M. Lewis-Skelly, M. Odegaard, T. Partey, D. Rice, G. Martinelli, K. Havertz, L. Trossard

Newcastle vs. Arsenal Prop Picks

Recent clashes between these sides have been close affairs, with Newcastle winning to nil in each of the last two.

Interestingly, both teams have failed to score in 12 of the last 13 meetings. That could be an interesting angle this week, especially considering that Newcastle will look to sit back and hit on the counter-attack.

Newcastle vs. Arsenal Picks

Newcastle come into this second leg in slightly worrying form. The same can’t be said of Arsenal, who hit Man City for five on Sunday. While we expect the Magpies to progress, we could see the Gunners making it a nervy night by claiming victory inside 90 minutes.