Harvey Barnes sets sights on Carabao Cup glory as Newcastle United down West Brom

The hosts fell behind early to an Isaac Price strike before Bazoumana Toure levelled with his first goal for the club right before the interval. Introduced at the break, Barnes immediately put Newcastle ahead by pouncing on loose defending from a corner. While Price restored parity from the penalty spot, Barnes secured the 3-2 victory in the 81st minute with a first-time finish from Amar Dedic's low delivery.

Barnes emphasised Newcastle's ambition to replicate their recent cup triumph and deliver silverware under the new manager. Discussing the club's targets in the competition this term, the winger said: "A few of the older players that are here have that, that taste of glory, that's what we want. The manager has had some success in his career and he wants that as well, that is why he has come here so there's a real emphasis on that. The ultimate goal is to go all the way."

The result maintains Newcastle's strong record in the competition, winning each of their last four ties against lower-league opposition since losing to Brentford in 2020-21. Ahead of kick-off, the club officially presented new signing Nico Gonzalez to the St James' Park crowd. Despite conceding from the spot, Jaissle's side controlled proceedings throughout, generating an expected goals (xG) tally of 2.83 compared to the visitors' 1.49.

Newcastle now turn their attention to a tricky away tie against Championship side Millwall in the third round. Jaissle must maintain squad momentum as they return to Premier League action ahead of the upcoming international break. The swift integration of Gonzalez and Toure will be vital in providing attacking depth as the fixtures pile up across multiple competitions.