Key Highlights
- Newcastle 2-0 Tottenham: Carabao Cup holders beat Spurs to reach quarter-finals.
- Fabian Schar and Nick Woltemade scored the goals for Newcastle.
- Nick Woltemade’s sixth goal in nine starts helped secure Newcastle’s victory.
- Tottenham suffered their first away defeat of the season against Newcastle.
Newcastle United Triumphs Over Tottenham Hotspur in Carabao Cup Clash
The Carabao Cup saw a thrilling encounter between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur, with the former emerging victorious with a 2-0 home win at St James’ Park. This significant triumph advances Newcastle into the quarter-finals of the prestigious competition.
Goals and Players’ Impact
The match was characterized by two crucial headers that decided the outcome. Fabian Schar, who made one of eight changes from Saturday’s game, opened the scoring for Newcastle in the 24th minute after a corner kick. Nick Woltemade doubled the lead just five minutes into the second half with his sixth goal since joining the club as a record signing.
Woltemade’s performance was particularly notable, having now scored six goals in nine starts. His impact on the team has been significant, and Newcastle manager Eddie Howe praised his tactical adaptability and skill. “He’s come in very open, very open to new ideas, very open to delivering what we need him to do,” said Howe.
Referee Dispute and Team Lineups
The match also saw some controversy as Tottenham boss Thomas Frank expressed dissatisfaction with the referee’s decision not to allow Djed Spence sufficient time to mark his man, Schar. The first goal was deemed controversial by Spurs, who felt they should have been given more time for their player to recover.
Both teams made strategic changes to their lineups. Newcastle brought in Aaron Ramsdale and Nick Woltemade among others, while Tottenham saw the likes of Richarlison and Guglielmo Vicario on the bench. This tactical shift influenced the course of the game significantly.
Match Analysis and Future Outlook
Newcastle’s victory marked their sixth consecutive win against Tottenham across all competitions at St James’ Park, continuing a trend of dominance over the London club. Howe expressed satisfaction with his team’s progress in the Carabao Cup: “It means everything. We’re trying to take it slowly, small steps.” The manager noted that the experience from previous years would be valuable for future matches.
Meanwhile, Tottenham will look to bounce back when they face London rivals Chelsea on Saturday, while Newcastle prepares for a visit to West Ham in the Premier League on Sunday, live on Sky Sports. For Spurs, Richarlison’s struggles continued as he missed several chances and was eventually substituted after failing to score with his four attempts.
The result highlights the intensity of competition within English football and sets the stage for further exciting matches ahead, particularly as both clubs prepare for crucial fixtures in domestic and European competitions.
