In a thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at the Emirates Stadium, Newcastle United clinched a significant 2-0 victory against Arsenal. Alexander Isak, a player once keenly pursued by Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta, was pivotal, scoring a goal and setting up another. His performance underlined what could have been for Arsenal, who missed several key opportunities. Newcastle’s win puts them in a strong position for the return leg, leaving Arsenal’s hopes of securing a trophy under Arteta looking increasingly uncertain. The result marks a potential turning point for Newcastle, who are now a step closer to reaching another final.