7M - Match Preview: Man City vs Newcastle - EFL Cup Semi-Final Second Leg

Manchester City and Newcastle United are set for another clash, this time with a spot in the EFL Cup final at stake.

City welcome Newcastle to the Etihad Stadium for the semi-final second leg, holding a significant advantage from the first encounter. The rematch follows an opening leg that has left Newcastle with a formidable challenge to overcome the deficit.

Match Details

The EFL Cup semi-final second leg is scheduled for Wednesday night at the Etihad Stadium, kicking off at 8:00 PM UK time.

Manchester City enter the return fixture with a 2-0 aggregate lead, thanks to first-leg goals from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo which secured their victory at St. James' Park.

Team News

Manchester City: Jeremy Doku remains out with a calf injury and is not anticipated back until mid-February. Josko Gvardiol is facing an extended period on the sidelines after sustaining a tibial fracture. While Ruben Dias is approaching a return to training, he is not expected to be involved. John Stones, Savinho, and Mateo Kovacic are also unavailable.

Newcastle United: The Magpies' defensive options are limited for the trip to Manchester, with Fabian Schar, Jamaal Lascelles, Emil Krafth, and Tino Livramento all ruled out.

Prediction

Manchester City's dominance in the first leg and their strong record at the Etihad leave them firmly in control of the tie. While Newcastle may find some positive moments, City's squad depth and tactical control are likely to guide them to another victory on the night and a place in the final.
Prediction: Manchester City 2-1 Newcastle United (4-1 on aggregate).