LONDON: Newcastle took a significant step toward securing their spot in the League Cup final with an impressive 2-0 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, reported German news agency dpa.
Alexander Isak sent the visitors on their way after 37 minutes with his 10th strike from nine appearances before Anthony Gordon doubled Newcastle’s advantage half-a-dozen minutes after the interval.
The Gunners registered 23 shots on Newcastle’s goal in all, but they were unable to find a breakthrough which left their resilient opponents in the driving seat ahead of the semi-final return leg at St James’ Park on February 5.
It marked a seventh win in succession for Eddie Howe’s side as they chase their first trophy in 55 years.
A bitterly disappointed Arsenal will now have to brush themselves down for their third-round FA Cup tie against Manchester United, back here at the Emirates on Sunday. – BERNAMA-dpa
