Newcastle United are one game away from silverware after a dominant 2-0 win over Arsenal at St James’ Park sealed their place in the Carabao Cup Final with a 4-0 aggregate victory. Eddie Howe’s side now has the chance to end the club’s 56-year wait for a major football trophy. The anticipation for the Final is high for the Magpies and their fans.

Deconstructed – How the Game Was Won Leading Newcastle to the Carabao Cup

Jacob Murphy struck in the 19th minute, reacting quickest to a rebound after Alexander Isak’s shot rattled the post. The goal set the tone for a controlled Newcastle performance. Anthony Gordon doubled the lead in the 52nd minute, finishing off a slick counter-attack to kill any Arsenal hopes of a comeback. Arsenal, who needed a fast start, struggled to create clear-cut chances, with Newcastle’s defence standing firm.

Howe’s Tactical Shift Pays Off

With Joelinton ruled out, Eddie Howe adapted, shifting to a defensive back five that Arsenal couldn’t break down. Fabian Schär, Sven Botman, and Dan Burn dominated aerially, while Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali pressed relentlessly, forcing mistakes from the Gunners’ midfield. Newcastle didn’t just sit deep—they picked their moments to attack, stretching Arsenal and taking their chances clinically. This allowed them to play the game at their own pace and sustain control of the ball.

Eyes on Wembley: Can Newcastle Lift the Trophy?

The Carabao Cup Final awaits on March 16 at Wembley Stadium, where Newcastle will face Liverpool or Tottenham. With their last major triumph coming in 1969, the Magpies are desperate to bring silverware back to Tyneside. Given their solid defence, tactical discipline, and attacking firepower, they stand a real chance of making history this time around and delivering a long-awaited trophy to their passionate supporters.