Carabao Cup: Newcastle United vs. Arsenal: Prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups and betting tips

Newcastle United vs Arsenal

The Gunners will look to overturn their Carabao Cup semifinal deficit after an emphatic league victory over Manchester City. Here’s a look at predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the clash.

Arsenal were stunned by Newcastle United in the first leg at the Emirates, falling to a 2-0 defeat.  

Despite dominating possession, Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to convert their chances, while the Magpies made theirs count, with Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon delivering clinical finishes to give Newcastle a crucial 2-0 advantage.  

Newcastle United vs Arsenal

Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon were Newcastle United’s goalscorers at the Emirates (Credit: Imago)

Since that setback, Arsenal have rediscovered their form, winning five of their last seven matches, including a statement 5-1 thrashing of Manchester City. They also head into this second leg on a four-game winning streak.  

Newcastle, meanwhile, have endured a more inconsistent run, losing two of their five matches since their first-leg triumph, including a disappointing 2-1 home defeat to Fulham last weekend.

Newcastle United vs. Arsenal Head to Head

Newcastle’s 2-0 victory in the first leg marked their second win over Arsenal this season, with the Magpies yet to concede a goal to the Gunners in this campaign.  

In fact, Eddie Howe’s side have won three of their last four meetings against Arsenal without conceding, though they did suffer a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates in February last year.  

Newcastle United vs. Arsenal Team News and Possible Line-ups  

Newcastle United vs Arsenal

Joelinton

Newcastle could receive a boost with Callum Wilson and Joelinton both nearing full fitness and in contention to feature. However, Jamaal Lascelles and Harvey Barnes remain sidelined and will play no part in this clash.  

For Arsenal, Bukayo Saka is unavailable as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury. Gabriel Jesus has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, while defensive duo Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu will also miss out.

Newcastle United vs Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and star player Bukayo Saka | Getty

Newcastle United Predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Pope (GK); Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Arsenal Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Partey; Trossard, Odegaard, Martinelli; Havertz

Newcastle United vs. Arsenal Predictions & Betting Tips

This promises to be a challenging encounter, with Arsenal needing to go all out to overturn Newcastle’s first-leg advantage.  

However, the Gunners have struggled to break down Newcastle’s defence in both meetings this season and have found it difficult to contain Isak. 

With the Magpies able to sit deep and exploit spaces on the counter, they hold the upper hand and could make life difficult for Mikel Arteta’s side.

Over 2.5 goals

Both teams to score

Over 8.5 corners 



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