Overview
- Rule 6.4, introduced this season, permits a player to represent up to two clubs in the Carabao Cup after a transfer.
- Despite appearing for Bournemouth earlier in the competition, Antoine Semenyo is eligible for Manchester City’s first-leg trip to St James’ Park.
- The forward scored and assisted on his City debut in the FA Cup after a reported £62.5m–£65m January move.
- Newcastle’s manager objected to the change and recalled past frustration when Martin Dubravka was cup‑tied during the 2023 final.
- Newcastle enter the tie with defensive injuries to Dan Burn, Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles and Tino Livramento, while Fabian Schar is suspended.