If ever there was a game that made it abundantly clear what Arsenal need to do in the transfer market between now and the end of the month it was the one we witnessed against Newcastle last night.On

Arteta regularly eulogises over Anfield and St James’ Park, the ‘jungles’ and ‘washing machine’-like atmospheres he revels in. He has spoken of wanting to write the first chapters of defining nights at the Emirates, but the fever that had been building the past two years has faded this season and Tuesday saw some fans leave early.

Alexander Isak continued his red-hot form during Newcastle United’s 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. The Sweden international scored for the fifth consecutive game as Eddie Howe’s side secured a vital win in the first-leg of the semi-final tie.

Alexander Isak scored his 50th goal for Newcastle United to help secure a 2-0 win at Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.

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

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.

Allowed Isak the chance to shoot which led to the Gordon goal in the second half. That was his only fault in the game really with his distribution strong as

The Magpies ran out 2-0 winners at the Emirates Stadium, with Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon finding the net either side of half-time. Arsenal had plenty of chances to get back into the tie, though,

Wasteful Arsenal were given a lesson in finishing by in-form Newcastle as Eddie Howe's side took a commanding on the Carabao Cup semi-final with a ?? win at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners created several excellent chances throughout a hugely frustrating evening for the side,

Latest Arsenal transfer news as Alexander Isak continues his remarkable form in front of goal amid links to the Gunners