Newcastle United will take a two-goal advantage back to St. James' Park after a superb Carabao Cup Semi-Final first leg performance against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

Alexander Isak gave the visitors the lead on 37 minutes with his 14th goal in 15 games. Sven Botman headed keeper Martin Dubravka's free-kick on and Jacob Murphy played in Isak for the Swede to lift it beyond David Raya with a composed finish.

Anthony Gordon then doubled the Toon Army's lead in the 51st minute, slotting in the rebound after Raya could only parry Isak's shot.

Arsenal did have their chances with 23 shots recorded, Gabriel Martinelli coming the closest when he found the post with the score at 0-0.

It was ultimately a frustrating night for the Gunners, who will have it all to do in the second leg as opponents Newcastle edge towards a second Carabao Cup Final in three seasons.

Tomorrow will see the other Semi-Final first leg take place as Tottenham Hotspur host holders Liverpool.

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