Newcastle took a massive step towards a second League Cup final in three seasons with a hugely impressive 2-0 victory at Arsenal

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe said the tie against Arsenal was "finely balanced" despite taking a giant step towards the League Cup final with a 2-0 win on Tuesday. Goals by Alexander Isak – his 50th for the club – and Anthony Gordon either side of half time in North London gave Newcastle a seventh successive win in all competitions and put

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe urged caution despite a 2-0 victory at Arsenal on Tuesday, putting his in-form side within touching distance of a place in the League Cup final.