We saw a surprise in the EFL Cup semi-final match and it was very interesting and exciting. Arsenal lost the match and they are very likely to be eliminated from the semi-finals. Newcastle played strongly and with excitement which resulted in them achieving a good result to qualify for the final. Newcastle are two goals ahead in the first leg of the semi-final, of course they will be even stronger against Arsenal in the second leg to qualify for the final. I think Arsenal may not be able to score as many goals in the second leg so their chances of going to the final are also very low.
Remarkably, the win came at Arsenal home ground, goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon ensured Newcastle beat Arsenal 2-0 in the first leg, Newcastle job will be made easier in the second leg as they will be playing as hosts and without any pressure. This defeat means that Arsenal have not tasted victory in their last two matches.
Newcastle played more sharply in terms of attack, they were also able to suppress every opportunity created by Arsenal, their very solid defense made Arsenal lose face in front of their supporters. Obviously this is not the result Arteta wanted, but defeat is part of football, he must try to evaluate in the second leg.