The highly anticipated match between Newcastle United and Arsenal is set to take place on Tuesday, January 7, at 20:00 GMT. Fans in the UK can watch the game live on Sky Sports, while international supporters can check their local EFL broadcaster’s schedule. For those wanting to tune in to live commentary, BBC Radio Newcastle will provide coverage via newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App, though a Newcastle United Account is required.
Throughout the match, minute-by-minute updates will be available on the club’s Match Centre and fans can participate in choosing the Player of the Match once the game concludes. The club will also provide match updates across its various social media platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Threads.
Highlights from the match will be accessible on newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App within an hour after the final whistle, with extended highlights released at midnight and a full match replay available the next day.
In terms of team news, Newcastle will be without key players Fabian Schar and Bruno Guimarães due to suspension, while Nick Pope, Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles, and Callum Wilson are sidelined with injuries. Anthony Gordon’s participation is uncertain as he will be assessed following a facial injury sustained against Tottenham Hotspur.
On the other hand, Arsenal will miss several players including Takehiro Tomiyasu, Ben White, Raheem Sterling, Ethan Nwaneri, and Bukayo Saka due to injuries. Additionally, Kai Havertz has recently been dealing with illness and has missed the last two Premier League matches.
The match will see Newcastle don their home kit of black and white shirts, black shorts, and black and white socks, while Arsenal will wear their traditional red and white home kit.
Both teams come into the match with positive form; Arsenal remains unbeaten in their last five games, while Newcastle boasts an impressive win streak. Historically, the matchup has favored Arsenal, who have won their last four League Cup encounters against Newcastle without conceding, though Newcastle has had moments of triumph in recent encounters.
Interestingly, this is Newcastle’s third appearance in the League Cup semi-finals, and they have been successful in reaching the finals in their previous two attempts. The stage is set for an exciting match that could showcase the prowess of both clubs.
With competitive spirits high, there’s hope for an explosive showdown that could potentially shift the momentum for Newcastle, who will be eager to prove their strength against their long-standing rival. Fans can look forward to a match filled with tension, skill, and the passion that both clubs are known for.