Arsenal play host to Newcastle United in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final this evening with both teams hoping to secure the advantage ahead of next month’s second leg. Mikel Arteta’s men had seemingly rediscovered their form in front of goal with Gabriel Jesus having scored six goals in four matches ahead of the Gunners trip to Brighton last weekend.

Arsenal take on Newcastle in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie at the Emirates Stadium tonight. The Gunners have been beset by injury and illness as they look to quickly bounce back from Saturday’s frustrating draw at Brighton that saw them drop more points in the Premier League title race and halted a run of four consecutive wins across all competitions that included a Gabriel Jesus-inspired comeback win over Crystal Palace in the quarters.