Newcastle United Face League Challenge as Magpies Eye Wembley Glory

Newcastle United are heading to Wembley in March after convincingly defeating Arsenal over two Carabao Cup semi-final legs.

Their dominant performances have demonstrated their capability to chase silverware, and some fans in the Chronicle Live comments section are now challenging the squad to replicate this form in the Premier League.

Eddie Howe made the right tactical adjustments, guiding Newcastle to another 2-0 victory at home.

He switched to a five-man defense while maintaining a strong attacking presence.

Jacob Murphy continued his resurgence in the squad by scoring the opener, while Anthony Gordon added a second, leaving Arsenal unable to respond.

Howe was pleased with the team’s performance, stating, “We were always going to play the same way.

We were brave, aggressive, everything we wanted to be. We haven’t gone there yet (the final), but I’m very pleased to have progressed through this tie.

Physically, we were much better this evening. A really good performance.”

Fans now hope to see this level of play in every match. One supporter, Toontoonblackandwhitearmy, expressed their excitement but also highlighted concerns: “Newcastle were unstoppable, sublime in every position.

Made Arsenal look clueless—because they were. But, and it’s a BIG but, if we can produce that quality of play against a top team, why do we lose at home to Bournemouth and Fulham? Inconsistency is our downfall.

Only by cutting out those defeats will we become the top team we deserve to be.”

Another commenter, BigMan2022, echoed similar sentiments: “Great result! Those recent home losses were purely psychological.

If we had played like this against Fulham or Bournemouth, the results would have been very different.

When we’re up for it, we can beat most teams in the Premier League. I might even say this cup is ours—if we keep this attitude. Who wants it more than us?! Come on!”

Several players earned praise for their standout performances, with Jacob Murphy and Kieran Trippier receiving particular recognition.

BrightToonFuture commended Murphy: “Once again, hats off to Murph.

His reaction and finish for the crucial goal were class. So important after Isak’s goal was ruled offside, and then hitting the post.”

Robin85 also highlighted Trippier’s influence: “Thought Trippier was excellent tonight. Right into them.

Another goal for Murphy, who is playing out of his skin. Great night.”

Morpeth1 was full of praise for the entire squad: “Anthony Gordon was unplayable tonight.

Fantastic team performance, and credit to Howe for bringing Trippier back—he was superb. The whole team was at least a 7/10.”

Meanwhile, Lying Boris called out critics of Howe’s tactics: “I hope this shuts up, at least for a while, those fans who claim Eddie has no Plan B.

His fluid five-at-the-back setup, with Schär joining attacks, was a masterstroke. Well done to the team, staff, and our incredible fans.”

With the cup final approaching, Newcastle fans are eager to see their team maintain this high level of performance—not just at Wembley, but in the league as well.