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.

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

Having just seen his side lose at home for the first time this season, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta remained in defiant mood.

Maybe Mikel Arteta’s syndicate-over-superstar theory on goalscoring was right after all and there is no perfect silhouette of a centre-forward out there who could immediately elevate Arsenal without upsetting the team ethic.

Arsenal are ‘likely’ to revive their interest in Alexander Isak this summer, with Mikel Arteta’s side open to Newcastle’s price tag, which would exceed €100 million.

Over the years, Arsenal fans have witnessed some impressive performances by strikers wearing the No14 shirt - but this was one they will want to forget in a hurry. Alexander Isak tormented Arsenal as Newcastle ran out 2-0 winners on Tuesday night to put themselves in a commanding position going into the second leg of this Carabao Cup semi-final next month.