Guardiola's team take a strong lead into the second leg of this Carabao Cup semi-final - but there was controversy during their win

Antoine Semenyo and Rayan Cherki scored to give Pep Guardiola’s side a clear advantage in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

Goals from Antoine Semenyo and Rayan Cherki secured a 2-0 first-leg win over Newcastle, a result that tilts the tie firmly towards Man City ahead of the return meeting at the Etihad on 4 February. For Newcastle, it was a night haunted by moments that promised much and delivered little.

Newcastle United have identified the site for their new state-of-the-art training ground and are aiming to make substantive progress on that crucial major infrastructure project in 2026.

Ross Wilson is now involved in the potential recall of Matt Targett from his loan spell at Middlesbrough this month.

Things are quiet at St James’ Park right now. The January transfer window hasn’t given Geordie fans much to cheer about yet. Ben Parkinson’s move to Falkirk is the only deal done so

Our correspondent answers your pressing questions about the club as they navigate an intense schedule of games