Preview: Manchester City vs Newcastle Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | EFL Cup 2025-26 Semifinal Leg 2

The Cityzens secured a 2-0 win in the first leg.

Manchester City are now going to host Newcastle United for their second leg fixture of the 2025-26 Carabao Cup semi-final. This will be a high-stakes and intense outing between these clubs, taking place at the Etihad Stadium.

The Pep Guardiola-led Manchester City were held to a 2-2 draw by Tottenham Hotspur in the final moments of their previous Premier League fixture. They still have some major issues with the defensive back because some of their important players are injured. The Cityzens will be at home for their EFL Cup contest and also have a two-goal advantage coming in from the first leg. This is going to keep them confident from the start.

Newcastle United will be under pressure for their upcoming encounter. They have failed to perform up to the mark in their last three matches and are likely to struggle in their next one. The Magpies are down by two goals after their loss in the Carabao Cup semifinal first leg. They will be away from home, but will be keen to put up a strong fight.

Kick-off:

• Location: Manchester, England
• Stadium: Etihad Stadium
• Date: Thursday, February 5
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Feb 4; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Tony Harrington
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Man City: L-L-W-W-D

Newcastle: D-W-L-D-L

Players to Watch

Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City)

The 26-year-old was once again on the scoresheet for Man City. He is looking in good touch at the moment and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence in the upcoming contest. Antoine Semenyo has five goal involvements in the last five games for his side and will be looking to find the net yet again.

Semenyo on target 🎯 pic.twitter.com/yOcN6HrOIy

— Manchester City (@ManCity) February 1, 2026

Anthony Gordon (Newcastle)

Anthony Gordon will have an important role to play in the attacking front for Newcastle United. He was the sole goal scorer for his side in the previous league game against Liverpool and will be looking to put up a top show in the upcoming fixture. The 24-year-old will be looking to step up his game to help the Magpies.

Match Facts

• Manchester City are undefeated in their last three games.
• Newcastle United have failed to secure a win in their last three fixtures.
• Three of the last five meetings between these clubs have ended in favour of the Cityzens.

Man City vs Newcastle: Betting Tips and Odds

• Manchester City to win @5/6 BetFred
• Antoine Semenyo to score @2/1 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/2 BOYLE Sports

Injury and Team News

Jeremy Doku, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, John Stones, Mateo Kovacic and Savinho are not going to be in action for Manchester City as they are injured. Rayan Cherki is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad due to his fitness issues.

Newcastle United will miss out on the services of Joelinton, Valentino Livramento, Fabian Schar and Emil Krafth due to their injuries. Jamaal Lascelles might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 196

Man City won: 80

Newcastle won: 74

Draws: 42

Predicted Lineups

Man City predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Trafford (GK); Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, Ait-Nouri; Rodri; Silva, Foden, O’Reilly, Semenyo; Marmoush

Newcastle predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Pope (GK); Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Guimaraes, Tonali, Willock; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon

Match Prediction

This is going to be an intense outing between these clubs. Manchester City are likely to beat Newcastle United to secure a spot in the EFL Cup final.

Prediction: Man City 2-1 Newcastle

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Sky Sports Football

US: Paramount+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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