The highly anticipated match between Newcastle United and Arsenal is scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, at 20:00 GMT. Fans in the UK can catch the live broadcast on Sky Sports, while international supporters can check their local EFL broadcaster schedule for viewing options. Additionally, for those looking for an engaging commentary experience, BBC Radio Newcastle will provide live updates through newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App.
For detailed match coverage, the Newcastle United Match Centre will deliver minute-by-minute updates and key statistics, allowing fans to participate by voting for their Player of the Match. Updates will also be shared across the club’s social media platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Threads.
Match highlights will be accessible one hour after the game concludes on newcastleunited.com and the Official App, with extended highlights and full match replays available the next day.
In terms of team news, Newcastle will be missing key players Fabien Schar and Bruno Guimarães due to suspensions, alongside Nick Pope, Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles, and Callum Wilson who are out with injuries. Anthony Gordon’s participation is uncertain as he will undergo an assessment following a facial injury.
For Arsenal, the challenge continues as they will be without Takehiro Tomiyasu, Ben White, Raheem Sterling, Ethan Nwaneri, and Bukayo Saka, all sidelined due to injuries. Kai Havertz’s availability is also in question as he recovers from an illness.
Both teams will wear their respective home kits for the match, with Newcastle sporting their distinctive black and white attire, while Arsenal will don their striking red and white ensemble.
Recent form shows Arsenal with a solid record of three wins and two draws, while Newcastle boasts an impressive five consecutive wins. Historically, Newcastle’s last five encounters with Arsenal have been tightly contested.
A particularly interesting fact for fans is that this marks Newcastle’s third appearance in the League Cup semi-finals, and they have successfully reached the finals in both previous instances. Meanwhile, Arsenal is aiming to continue its impressive form, having won all four previous League Cup meetings against Newcastle.
As the match approaches, supporters of both teams have much to look forward to, with the potential for thrilling moments and highlight-reel plays. The anticipation builds as Newcastle looks to overcome historical challenges against Arsenal, making for an exciting clash in the League Cup semi-finals.