Newcastle Vs Arsenal
Newcastle United suffered their first home defeat of the season as Arsenal beat them 2-0 in a pulsating Premier League clash at St James’ Park on Sunday.
Martin Odegaard opened the scoring for the visitors with a stunning long-range strike in the 14th minute, and Fabian Schar’s own goal in the second half sealed the win for Mikel Arteta’s side.
The result moves Arsenal to within one point of leaders Manchester City, who have played one fewer game.
Newcastle started the game brightly and had a few early chances to score, but they were unable to capitalize. Arsenal, on the other hand, were more clinical and took the lead through Odegaard’s brilliant goal.
The Gunners continued to dominate possession in the second half and doubled their lead through Schar’s own goal. Newcastle tried to get back into the game, but they were unable to create any clear-cut chances.
The victory was a big one for Arsenal, as it keeps them in the title race. Newcastle, meanwhile, will be disappointed with the result, but they can take solace in the fact that they put up a good fight against one of the best teams in the league.
Team News
Newcastle United made one change to the side that drew with Manchester United last time out, with Jonjo Shelvey replacing Sean Longstaff.
Arsenal also made one change, with Gabriel Martinelli coming in for Emile Smith Rowe.
Match Report
Newcastle started the game brightly and had a few early chances to score. In the third minute, Allan Saint-Maximin cut inside from the left and fired a shot towards the top corner, but Aaron Ramsdale made a good save.
A few minutes later, Newcastle had another chance when Callum Wilson headed a corner over the bar.
Arsenal, on the other hand, were more clinical and took the lead in the 14th minute through Odegaard’s brilliant goal. The Norwegian midfielder picked up the ball on the edge of the box and curled a shot into the top corner.
Newcastle tried to get back into the game, but they were unable to create any clear-cut chances. Arsenal, meanwhile, continued to dominate possession and looked dangerous on the counter-attack.
In the second half, Arsenal doubled their lead through Schar’s own goal. Bukayo Saka crossed the ball into the box and Schar tried to clear it, but he instead ended up putting the ball into his own net.
Newcastle tried to get back into the game, but they were unable to create any clear-cut chances. Arsenal, meanwhile, remained comfortable and saw out the game to secure a big victory.
Man of the Match
Martin Odegaard was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance. The Norwegian midfielder scored a stunning goal and was also instrumental in Arsenal’s build-up play.
