Second-half Joelinton strike gives Newcastle advantage in EFL Cup semi-final 

The forward made up for his failure to convert a close range chance earlier in the clash when he turned home Alexander Isak’s 73rd minute cross. 

MATCH-WINNER: Newcastle United's Joelinton celebrates scoring their side's first goal of the game during the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg match at St. Mary's Stadium.

SOUTHAMPTON 0 NEWCASTLE 1 

A SECOND half from Joelinton ensured Newcastle United will take an advantage into the second leg of this EFL Cup semi-final, strengthening the belief on Tyneside the club’s 54-year wait for a major trophy could finally be coming to an end.