After a goalless first half which saw Newcastle miss several opportunities to score, the hosts finally took the lead through Dan Burn. The left-back burst forward to net his first goal for the club in front of the Gallowgate End.
Joelinton then doubled United’s lead in the 72nd minute with a neat finish from Miguel Almiron’s well-weighted pass.
It’s the first time Newcastle have reached the semi-final of the League Cup since 1976.
Here are the Newcastle player ratings from the match...
13. Allan Saint- Maximin - n/a
On for Almiron 84: Was lively and put in a dangerous cross. | Getty Images
4 / 5