In the first leg of the EFL Cup semi-final, Manchester City traveled to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United, with Kavanagh officiating the match. Wissa missed a good chance, and Murphy was forced off through injury, while neither side managed a shot on target.

After the break, Semenyo broke the deadlock, and Aït-Nouri provided the assist for Cherki to score and seal the victory. In the end, Manchester City secured a 2–0 away win over Newcastle, taking the initiative in the race for a place in the final.