In the opening game of the Carabao Cup semi-finals, Newcastle won 2-0 against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, with goals scored from Alexander Isak and Gordon. This victory opening up a big lead ahead of the decisive clash at St James' Park on 5 February. With this scoreline, the Magpies can lose by one goal and advance to the final.
Arsenal started the match in dominant fashion and created the main chances, but Newcastle held out well defensively and managed to open the scoring in the 36th minute when Isak capitalized on Murphy's pass to finish. In the 50th minute, Isak received a cross from Murphy and shot past goalkeeper Raya, who parried it and left the ball free for Anthony Gorodn to complete Newcastle's victory.
Isak reaches 50 goals scored for Newcastle
As well as starting Newcastle's victory at the Emirates Stadium, Alexander Isak reached the milestone of 50 goals scored for Newcastle in all competitions. Since making his debut for the Magpies in August 2022, only Erling Haaland (105) and Mohamed Salah (73) have scored more goals among Premier League players.
Opta's statistical survey confirms the importance of Alexander Isak among the main players currently active in the Premier League. The 25-year-old Swede stands out above all for his quality in finishing and controlling possession, as well as being a constant threat to opponents in counter-attacks and free-kicks.
Newcastle's next game is this Sunday, 12 January, against Bromley in the FA Cup. In the Premier League, their next fixture will be against Wolverhampton on 15 January.