Tonali scores Newcastle’s first brace to reach the Magpies EFL Cup semi-finals

Sandro Tonali stole the spotlight in Newcastle’s 3-1 win over Brentford in the EFL Cup quarter-finals when he scored twice within the first 45 minutes to pave the way for his side to qualify for the semi-finals.

Tonali scores Newcastle’s first brace in the EFL Cup game against Brentford

The Italy international opened the scoring after nine minutes with a precise low shot from outside the box, marking his first goal of the season for the Magpies, having provided just two assists since returning from playing in the Premier League and EFL Cup respectively Ban at the end of August.

The former Milan midfielder doubled his side’s lead minutes before half-time with a stunning volley, perfectly parrying Anthony Gordon’s corner.

It was his first-ever brace for Newcastle, and it came at a particularly significant point in his time at St James Stadium, just days before reports suggested he may be considering a return to Serie A, with Milan and Juventus may be interested, although his The agent denied such rumors.

Fabian Schar added a third goal in the second half before Brentford’s late consolation goal, setting up a clash between Newcastle and Liverpool in the EFL Cup semi-finals.