Newcastle vs Arsenal: H2H Stats, Livescore, Prediction & Lineups for Today’s Football Match (21:00 EAT)

 

Newcastle United will host Arsenal in a highly anticipated EFL Cup semi-final second leg at St James' Park today, Wednesday, February 5, 2025, starting at 21:00 EAT. Newcastle carries a 2-0 advantage from the first leg, putting them in a favorable position to reach the final.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Historically, this has been Arsenal's dominance of the fixture. In their last 54 matches, Arsenal has won 34, Newcastle has won 9 times, and 11 matches have ended with a draw. The average goals scored in this match by these two teams is 2.43.citeturn0search9

Recent Form

Newcastle's form has been patchy of late, with two defeats in their last three games. However, the convincing 2-0 win in London would have restored some lost pride. Arsenal, however, are flying high on the back of a 5-1 thrashing of Manchester City-its fourth win in as many matches that stretched their unbeaten run to nine.citeturn0news33

Team News and Predicted Lineups

Newcastle will be missing Harvey Barnes and Jamaal Lascelles, both injured.
Callum Wilson has returned to training after missing out with a hamstring problem and could be included in the squad.citeturn0search8
Arsenal has problems of its own. Gabriel Jesus ACL, Bukayo Saka hamstring, and Takehiro Tomiyasu knee won't play on Sunday.
Ben White is getting close to returns from his long-term knee problem but might be too soon to feature here.citeturn0search4

Predicted Lineups:

Newcastle United: ope; Livramento, Schär, Botman, Burn; Longstaff, Guimarães, Tonali; Almirón, Isak, Gordon.
Arsenal: aya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Rice, Ødegaard, Havertz; Martinelli, Nketiah, Trossard.
Match Prediction

Given Newcastle's home advantage and the two goals cushion, they have the tag of favorite for qualification. However, given Arsenal's recent lethal attacking intent, it might pose them a real challenge. An epic battle is expected, with Newcastle winning 1-1 to sail through into the finals.
Where to Watch

This match can be watched on different channels and online platforms used for sports broadcasting. A way to watch this in the United States would be Paramount+.citeturn0search1
As the sides get ready for this important encounter, football lovers around the world will have a close eye on who will earn the ticket for the EFL Cup final.
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