On Wednesday, two proud teams from the English Premier League will clash in the second leg of their Carabao Cup matchup as Manchester City hosts Newcastle United. Following its 2-0 win in the first leg, Manchester City is the overwhelming favorite in soccer betting odds. Especially given that they are the home team, casual sector gamblers respect the powerful Manchester City brand.
In the first leg between these teams, Antoine Semenyo scored his second goal in as many games for his new club as Manchester City secured a precious Carabao Cup semifinal advantage over holders Newcastle.
The £62.5 million winger, who was eligible despite having already played for Bournemouth in the competition this season after a rule change, struck eight minutes after half-time before substitute Rayan Cherki added a brilliant second at the death to ensure the eight-times winners will defend a 2-0 lead when the sides reconvene at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 4 for the second leg.
The Carabao Cup is one of the most cherished possessions in English Football. Thus, competition is fierce, while fan interest and betting traffic are at their peak.
Manchester City vs Newcastle United 2nd Leg Preview
- Manchester City has the advantage with a 2-0 aggregate lead. The team with the most total goals across both games advances to the final at Wembley.
- Because Manchester City won the first game 2–0, Newcastle must win the second leg by at least two goals to have a chance of advancing.
- Despite a solid run, Manchester City have drawn their last three league games. As a result, the Blues are six points behind Arsenal.
- Nathan Aké is expected to help shore up a defense missing Ruben Dias and John Stones.
- Additionally, Erling Haaland is expected to begin regaining his scoring form, with support from an in-form Phil Foden.
- Meanwhile, Newcastle United is aiming to repeat its 1-0 win over City earlier this season.
- They have a 100% record in previous League Cup semi-finals.
- Key players like Anthony Gordon and Bruno Guimarães are available to make an impact despite a potentially tired squad.
Manchester City vs Newcastle United Schedule and Betting Lines
The English Carabao Cup competition resumes on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, when Newcastle United visits Manchester City in the second leg of their EFL Cup matchup. Etihad Stadium in Manchester is the venue with coverage on Paramount+ and Peacock.
- Manchester City is in a commanding position to reach its first Carabao Cup final since 2021.
- Newcastle, the current defending champions of the competition, must win by at least two goals to force extra time or three to advance outright
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Manchester City vs. Newcastle Match Schedule
2026 Carabao Cup Remaining Schedule
Semifinals
- Arsenal hosts Chelsea on Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- Manchester City hosts Newcastle United on February 4, 2026
Final
- Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Wembley Stadium in London
Manchester City vs. Newcastle United Betting Lines
- Manchester City is a -130 favorite with Newcastle United a +285 dog.
- Draw is priced at +285.
- The total goals are at 2.5, -160 over and +120 under.
- Of major concern is that Newcastle United has a depleted lineup.
- Key starters Sven Botman, Fabian Schär, and Tino Livramento are ruled out, and captain Bruno Guimarães remains a major doubt with an ankle injury.
Manchester City vs Newcastle United Top Matchups
- The key matchup for the second leg is Erling Haaland vs. Sven Botman/Malick Thiaw. Haaland remains City’s primary threat with 20 goals this season.
- Newcastle's defense is heavily depleted. Consider that Sven Botman is a major doubt with a tight thigh, potentially leaving Malick Thiaw to lead a patchwork backline.
- Haaland should get his chances against injury-ravaged Newcastle United. Thus, Thiaw will face a heavy burden to stop him, with no margin for error.
- Thiaw is likely going to be overmatched, giving Man City an advantage with the odds.
Manchester City vs Newcastle United Betting Tips
Manchester City has a stellar home record this season of 9-2-1. Additionally, Man City won six of their last seven league meetings against Newcastle, often by large margins.
Newcastle has struggled significantly on the road this season, winning only two of its 12 away matches. They are coming off a bad 4-1 loss to Liverpool on January 31, 2026.
In EPL competition, Manchester City has a record of 14 wins, four draws, and five losses, good for 46 points. Manchester City has 47 goals for and 21 goals against, for a goal differential of +26.
Newcastle United has an EPL record of nine wins, six draws, and nine losses, good for 33 points. Newcastle United has 33 goals for and 33 goals against with a goal differential of zero.
