Aaron Ramsdale, in goal for Newcastle, saved well to deny Pape Matar Sarr’s low drive from the edge of the box and while both sides made changes in pursuit of goals, Eddie Howe’s team held firm.

Newcastle United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 on Wednesday, eliminating them from the current edition of the Carabao Cup.

Pedro Porro was forced to order both Djed Spence and Randal Kolo Muani over to Tottenham’s away supporters at St James’ Park. In the aftermath of their defeat on Tyneside, the pair were spotted heading straight down the tunnel, before the Spaniard intervened and forced them back out.

Andy: The game against Newcastle highlighted how poor we are going forward. Every attack we had ended with a player making a bad decision on the ball. Spurs were of no threat. We can't carry on hoping for goals from set-pieces.

Defending champions Newcastle United secured a 2-0 victory against Tottenham at St James' Park, booking a place in the EFL Cup 2025-26 quarter-finals

Tottenham have enjoyed a fantastic start to the Premier League campaign and sit third in the table, but one of their new additions hasn't had the expected impact so far.

Tottenham Hotspur exited the Carabao Cup at the hands of Newcastle United, who cruised to a 2-0 win at St James’ Park. Thomas Frank’s team put up a strong fight against the Tyneside club, however, too many spurned chances meant they fell to defeat.

Tottenham Hotspur host Chelsea in the Premier League on Saturday evening at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, in what is the start of what could prove a difficult run, with Manchester United and Arsenal up next.