Premier League
4:30 p.mApril 25, 2026
Regular season – 34
Emirates Stadium
Referee: S. Barrott
arsenal
Newcastle
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0.64
Expected Goals (xG)
0.92
Passing by
317 (81%)
Accurate passes
392 (86%)
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1
G
David Raya
6.6
5
d
Piero Hincapié
7.5
6
d
Gabriel Magalhães
6.6
2
d
Guillem Saliba
6.6
4
d
Ben White
6.9
M
Rice Declan
86′ rough
36
M
Martin Zubimendi
7.3
8
M
Martin Odegaard (C)
7.3
F
Kai Havertz
9′
20
F
You Maduek
6.3
G
Nick Pope
75′ roughd
Dan Burns
57′ rough
4
d
Sven Botman
7.3
12
d
Malick Thiaw
7.3
67
d
Lewis Miley
6.7
8
M
Sandro Tonali
6.9
41
M
Jacob Ramsey
6.3
39
m
Bruno Guimarães (C)
7.3
28
M
Joe Willock
6.6
23
M
Jacob Murphy
6.2
18
F
Guillem Osula
6.5
Substitutes
32
G
Aaron Ramsdale
2
d
Kieran Trippier
3
d
Lewis Hall
37
d
Alex Murphy
F
Yoane warned
66′ Replaced by W. OsulaM
Harvey Barnes
66′ Replaced by J. MurphyF
Anthony Elanga
87′ Replaced by J. Willock
27
F
Nick Woltemade
6.6
62
F
Sean Neave
Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (Play Offs)
- Relegation – Championship
Arsenal cruised to a 1-0 win against Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium, with Eberechi Eze’s early strike proving decisive in a hotly contested Premier League clash.
Arsenal went into the game sitting second in the Premier League table with 70 points from 33 games. Newcastle reached 14th place with 42 points, looking to move away from mid-table mediocrity. The Gunners went into the game on the back of two consecutive defeats, making this a crucial opportunity to maintain their title challenge.
Arsenal made the perfect start. Just nine minutes later, Eberechi Eze broke the deadlock with a clinical finish that thrilled the home crowd. The midfielder’s first goal gave the hosts a dominant platform from which to build.
The opening period saw Arsenal dominate possession without really capitalizing on their advantage. They created chances but Newcastle’s defense held firm. Nick Pope in the Newcastle goal remained alert, making key saves when needed.
Newcastle gradually entered the contest as the first half progressed. Bruno Guimarães pulled the strings in midfield, trying to orchestrate attacks from deep. However, the visitors struggled to test the Arsenal goalkeeper consistently.
Arsenal’s attacking threat remained potent throughout the opening 45 minutes. Martin Odegaard created space with clever movement, while the home team’s width caused Newcastle problems. Despite the pressure, the Gunners were unable to extend their lead before the break.
In the second half, Newcastle came out with renewed intensity. They increased their attacking output and tested Arsenal’s backline more often. Piero Hincapié made crucial interventions at the back, with five tackles that kept the visitors at bay.
As the match progressed, both teams received yellow cards. Dan Burn was booked for Newcastle in the 57th minute. Arsenal’s Gabriël Martinelli followed suit in the 71st minute, and Pope was booked in the 75th minute.
Newcastle pressed hard in the closing stages, desperate for an equaliser. They created chances but couldn’t find the end point. Declan Rice was booked for Arsenal in the 86th minute as the tension mounted.
The stats told the story of two teams with contrasting approaches. Newcastle enjoyed 54% possession and completed 457 passes with 86% accuracy. Arsenal enjoyed 46% possession but converted their chances more effectively when it mattered.
The shooting data revealed Newcastle’s attacking ambitions. The visitors fired a total of 12 shots with three on target, generating an expected goals total of 0.92. Arsenal managed 11 shots with four on target and an xG of 0.64, showing clinical efficiency despite the lower volume.
This win keeps Arsenal’s title hopes alive as they head towards the end of the season. Newcastle, meanwhile, must regroup and find consistency to improve their league position in the remaining games.
