Overview
- Antoine Semenyo finished from close range on 53 minutes before Rayan Cherki added a stoppage-time second to secure the away win.
- A second Semenyo effort was ruled out after a lengthy VAR check determined Erling Haaland interfered from an offside position.
- Newcastle threatened after the interval as James Trafford tipped Yoane Wissa’s strike onto the bar and Bruno Guimaraes hit the woodwork.
- Both clubs managed defensive absences, with Pep Guardiola confirming Trafford as City’s starter in goal and youth defenders again involved.
- The holders now face an uphill task in the second leg at the Etihad in early February, with the first meeting broadcast live on ITV and Sky Sports in the UK.