In recent football news, the Carabao Cup has been the highlight with Newcastle achieving a significant 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of their semi-final showdown. This win was described as a "perfect away performance" and puts Newcastle in a strong position to reach the final. The goals by Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon have received wide attention, with many suggesting that Arsenal missed opportunities to score due to the players' inability to adapt to the Carabao Cup's unique ball, a point that Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta highlighted post-match.

In the transfer market, there are interesting movements and rumors. Everton and Leicester City are both reportedly interested in Jakub Moder, who might leave Brighton and Hove Albion due to his injury concerns. Marcus Rashford is in the news with speculation about his future; his brother and agent have been in talks over a loan move to AC Milan, amid interest from Borussia Dortmund. This might impact Aston Villa's attempt to sign Dutch winger Donyell Malen from Dortmund.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's cost-cutting measures at Manchester United have stirred the pot, suggesting that upcoming talents like Kobbie Mainoo could be sold, with Chelsea showing interest. Furthermore, Manchester United is also exploring a loan move for PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani, signaling their intent to strengthen their attack.

In managerial news, Costa Rica has appointed former Mexico coach Miguel Herrera as their new manager, indicating significant changes in their football management strategy. Meanwhile, ongoing stories in the market continue to generate buzz, with Napoli reportedly overtaking Torino in the pursuit of Chelsea midfielder Cesare Casadei, highlighting the competitive nature of the January transfer window.

This roundup encapsulates a mix of match outcomes, transfer speculation, and managerial changes in the world of football, providing fans with a glimpse of the dynamic nature of the sport.