Story byJoe Prince-Wright, Andy EdwardsWed, February 4, 2026 at 5:56 PM UTC·2 min readPep Guardiola's Manchester City are the heavy favorites to advance to the League Cup final as they lead 2-0 on aggregate ahead of the second leg of their semifinal at home against Newcastle on Wednesday. City have dominated this competition in recent years (winning six of the last 12 trophies) and a Wembley final is well within reach as they won 2-0 at St James’ Park in the first leg. But given their shaky form in recent weeks, this second leg is far from a forgone conclusion and Guardiola knows it. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNewcastle have absolutely nothing to lose and know if they can keep it tight and score the first goal, City will get nervous. Eddie Howe's side have been stretched to their limits in recent months due to key injuries but the reigning champs will go all out to reach a third League Cup final in the last four years. For live updates and highlights throughout Manchester City vs Newcastle, check out PST's live blog coverage below. Manchester City vs Newcastle live updates - by Andy EdwardsManchester City vs Newcastle live score: 0-0 (2-0 agg.)Goalscorers: NoneMan City starting lineupLineups TBA at 2 pm ET. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNewcastle starting lineupLineups TBA at 2 pm ET. How to watch Manchester City vs Newcastle live, stream link and start timeKick off time: 3pm ET Wednesday (February 4)Venue: Etihad Stadium — East ManchesterTV Channel/Streaming: Paramount+Manchester City team news, focusDefensive injuries have decimated City with Ruben Dias (back in training), John Stones, and Josko Gvardiol all missing for large spells.
