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The Gunners were stunned at home in the first leg of their matchup a month ago, beaten 2-0 on goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon.
Now facing a difficult task at one of the Premier League’s most hostile environments, Arsenal are suddenly at risk of falling short of a trophy this season on multiple fronts. They also face a six-point deficit to league leaders Liverpool, who also hold a game in hand on those giving chase.
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Newcastle, meanwhile, find themselves in an extremely envious position, as they simply have to hang on for 90 more minutes to see themselves into the final at Wembley. Amidst a feverish top-four battle in league play, a famous win would see them into their second EFL Cup final in the past three seasons as they search for their first-ever title in this competition.
Newcastle United vs. Arsenal prediction, odds
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Newcastle have struggled recently against chaos merchants like Fulham, Bournemouth, or Aston Villa, but against possession-based opponents, they are strong. The Magpies played to draws with Manchester City and Liverpool, while beating Arsenal and Manchester United in Premier League action as well.
They’ve won three of their past four home games against Arsenal, an impressive recent mark against a team they’ve had success against. In the latest 1-0 league win, they held the Gunners to just 10 shots worth 1.05 xG, highlighting a strong defensive showing against a good attacking side.
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