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Manchester City seize the advantage in their EFL Cup semi-final meeting with Newcastle United, securing a 2-0 win at St James' Park.
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| 3 | Manchester City | 20 | 26 | 42 |
| 4 | Liverpool | 20 | 4 | 34 |
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