Newcastle in pole position to reach Carabao Cup final after win at Arsenal - Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon struck.

Newcastle's two star forwards were on the scoresheet as they secured a commanding first-leg advantage over Arsenal

Alexander Isak plays a pivotal role for Newcastle as the Magpies take a 2-0 first leg semifinal lead over the Gunners.

Newcastle moved a step closer to a first major domestic trophy since 1955 with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals Tuesday. Goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon at the Emirates Stadium put Newcastle within reach of the final at Wembley Stadium in March.

Newcastle took a giant stride towards the League Cup final as goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon earned a 2-0 semi-final, first leg lead at Arsenal on Tuesday.