Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak scored yet again for the Magpies as they secured a two-goal advantage in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal

Alexander Isak continued his red-hot form during Newcastle United’s 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. The Sweden international scored for the fifth consecutive game as Eddie Howe’s side secured a vital win in the first-leg of the semi-final tie.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak received a warm reception from Arsenal supporters on his arrival at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.

If ever there was a game that made it abundantly clear what Arsenal need to do in the transfer market between now and the end of the month it was the one we witnessed against Newcastle last night.On

Arsenal fans have at last seen their Alexander Isak dream become reality. Yet for some strange reason they aren’t as happy about it as you might have thought… Arsenal fans having at last got their wish to see Alexander Isak scoring at the Emirates to help his team pick up a deserved 2-0 victory.

Alan Shearer has told Arsenal to forget about signing Alexander Isak even if they meet Newcastle United £150 million transfer valuation. The Sweden international has been coveted by the Gunners in the past with interest dating back to his time at Real Sociedad.

Over the years, Arsenal fans have witnessed some impressive performances by strikers wearing the No14 shirt - but this was one they will want to forget in a hurry. Alexander Isak tormented Arsenal as Newcastle ran out 2-0 winners on Tuesday night to put themselves in a commanding position going into the second leg of this Carabao Cup semi-final next month.

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