Eddie Howe's team hold a 2-0 lead from the semi-final first leg and head into the second leg as big favourites to get through to the Wembley showpiece. This has already led to fans confidently booking travel and hotels in the event Newcastle make it to the final.

Newcastle United won 2-0 at Arsenal in the first leg of the EFL Cup semifinals on Tuesday, pulling off a major upset that gives the Magpies a sizable advantage before next month's second leg. Arsenal dominated the match in terms of shots and possession but were trailing by the 37th minute when Alexander Isak gave Newcastle the lead.