Man City cruise past Newcastle to set up Carabao Cup final against ArsenalBy Andy Hampson, Press AssociationManchester City struck three times in the first half as they eased into the Carabao Cup final by completing a comfortable 5-1 aggregate win over Newcastle. City’s victory sent them through to a Wembley date against Premier League leaders Arsenal and comprehensively ended Newcastle’s trophy defence. Omar Marmoush scored twice for City (Martin Rickett/PA) Photo by Martin RickettTo make matters worse for Magpies boss Eddie Howe, forward Anthony Gordon limped off injured before the break. Gordon also fired at Trafford but most of the pressure came from City with Reijnders and Antoine Semenyo threatening before Marmoush grabbed his second. That may bother Guardiola but it did not matter on this occasion and City went close late on as Haaland twice tested Ramsdale.

Source: Irish Independent February 05, 2026 13:02 UTC