Eddie Howe's side will be entering this game on the back of registering a 1-0 victory in the first leg away from home.
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Newcastle United host Southampton at St James’ Park with the intention of completing their job in the EFL Cup semi-final second leg. Eddie Howe’s side will be entering this game on the back of registering a 1-0 victory in the first leg away from home. That Joelinton strike could prove crucial for the home side, as Newcastle have been a tough nut to crack for most sides. Newcastle’s defensive record in the Premier League aptly illustrates their backline strength.
The winner of this game will face Manchester United or Nottingham Forest in the final. At this moment, United seem to be in the driving seat following their impressive 3-0 victory in the first leg. From the looks of it, Newcastle United seem to be favourite to go through from this tie. Their slender lead and excellent defensive record give them the advantage. Besides, the visitors’ position in the Premier League table is neither promising.
With just 15 points from 20 matches, Southampton are placed at the 20th spot in the table. Therefore, the priority for the visitors will be to climb out of the relegation zone as quickly as possible. On the other hand, Newcastle United are placed third in the standings with 39 points from 20 games. Not only have they lost just once in the Premier League this season, Newcastle have conceded only 11 goals in the league till now – the best defensive record among the 20 clubs in the division.
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There are not many injury absentees for both sides, but there are a few names who will miss this contest. Newcastle United do not have any fresh injury crisis. Emil Krafth and Jonjo Shelvey will continue to this miss game, while Matt Targett’s future is not clear with the club. It is also unclear if new signing Anthony Gordon will be involved in this match. Meanwhile, Caleta-Car will be back in action for Southampton following his suspension. It remains to be seen if Moussa Djenepo is passed fit to play in this match. However, they will be without Valentino Livramento, Juan Larios and Alex McCarthy for this clash.
Newcastle United possible line-up: Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn, Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock, Wilson, Joelinton, Isak
Southampton possible line-up: Bazunu, Walker-Peters, Lyanco, Caleta-Car, Salisu, Alcaraz, Diallo, Djenepo, Ward-Prowse, Orsic, Mara
Newcastle
| Opponents | Score |
| Southampton | 0-1 (W) |
| Crystal Palace | 0-0 |
| Fulham | 1-0 (W) |
| Leicester | 2-0 (W) |
| Sheffield Wed | 2-1 (L) |
Southampton
| Opponents | Score |
| Blackpool | 2-1 (W) |
| Newcastle | 0-1 (L) |
| Aston Villa | 0-1 (L) |
| Everton | 1-2 (W) |
| Manchester City | 2-0 (W) |
| Last 5 matches (all competitions) | Results |
| Southampton lose to Newcastle | 0-1 |
| Southampton lose to Newcastle | 1-4 |
| Southampton lose to Newcastle | 1-2 |
| Newcastle draw Southampton | 2-2 |
| Newcastle beat Southampton | 3-2 |
The EFL Cup match between Newcastle United and Southampton will take place at St James’ Park on Wednesday at 1:30 am IST.
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