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    Get Involved - 'Totally drained'published at 07:22 Greenwich Mean Time

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    David Blanchflower: After last night's match I'm totally drained. Sitting/standing in the Leazes end I was up and down like a Yo-yo.

    All totally worth it I'm sure, David!

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    Get Involved - Thursday thoughtspublished at 07:20 Greenwich Mean Time

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    Right, we want to hear from Newcastle and Arsenal fans with your reaction to last night's semi-final.

    Liverpool and Tottenham fans, how are you feeling before tonight's showdown?

    For the rest of you, I'll leave the floor open.

    What Thursday football thoughts do you have on your mind that you'd like us all to discuss during today's live?

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  3. 'Final victory would give Howe legendary status'published at 07:16 Greenwich Mean Time

    Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal (Newcastle win 4-0 on agg)

    Phil McNulty
    BBC Sport chief football writer

    The only question was whether Newcastle could keep up the breathtaking pace and intensity, but when the tempo did die down they were able to exert a measure of control that ensured they always remained in charge of the destiny of this semi-final.

    Gordon's goal was the clincher, the catalyst for a long period of celebration as Newcastle moved towards a successful finale.

    And now the dream is within touching distance again for Newcastle and the supporters who crave success after that defeat against Manchester United at Wembley in 2023.

    Victory against either Liverpool or Spurs at Wembley would ensure legendary status for manager Howe and his players.

  4. Newcastle book Wembley returnpublished at 07:12 Greenwich Mean Time

    Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal (Newcastle win 4-0 on agg)

    Eddie HoweImage source, Getty Images

    Yes, Newcastle United are once again within one victory of ending a 56-year wait for silverware after convincingly beating Arsenal at a raucous St James' Park last night.

    Eddie Howe's side, who held a 2-0 advantage from the semi-final first leg, completed the second part of the assignment with a 2-0 win on home soil thanks to goals from Jacob Murphy and Anthony Gordon.

    The Magpies will now face Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley as they seek to end their long period without major success, stretching back to the 1969 triumph in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup.

    They will also be hoping to make amends after losing to Manchester United in the EFL Cup final just two years ago, having not claimed a first domestic honour since the 1955 FA Cup.

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    Get Involvedpublished at 07:08 Greenwich Mean Time

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    How impressive were Newcastle last night?

    And what an atmosphere the home fans created at St James' Park.

    Newcastle fans, whether you were there or watching from afar, let us know how you're feeling this morning!

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    St James' ParkImage source, Getty Images
  6. Postpublished at 07:05 Greenwich Mean Time

    But who will join them?

    Liverpool's Mo SalahImage source, Getty Images
    Son Heung-minImage source, Getty Images
  7. Postpublished at 07:00 Greenwich Mean Time

    Newcastle United are on their way to Wembley!

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