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Preview: Arsenal go to St. James’ Park for Newcastle showdown

Preview: Arsenal go to St. James’ Park for Newcastle showdown

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Newcastle will be aiming to continue their recent dominance over Arsenal when the two teams clash on Sunday afternoon.

By Ross Kilvington

Both teams taking their time to warm up

While this match promises to be an excellent way to end the weekend, both teams are still searching for their best football.

Newcastle finally sealed their first Premier League victory of the season last week with a 1-0 win against Wolves.

The Magpies, however, have found the back of the net just three times across the first five matchdays of the league campaign.

Indeed, Eddie Howe’s men became just the second club in top flight history to record goalless draws in their opening three away matches.

Arsenal began the season convincingly with wins over Manchester United and Leeds, scoring six goals without reply.

Defeat to Liverpool and a draw against Man City since then sees the Gunners sit five points behind the Anfield side.

Key players

Howe signed Nick Woltemade as a replacement for Alexander Isak and it looks as though the German could become a fans favourite on Tyneside.

He scored the winner in the clash against Wolves with a trademark header and the supporters will expect plenty more of those in the months ahead.

Sandro Tonali is continuing to prove his worth to Howe with several superb performances to begin the season. The Italian ranks in the top 12% for both successful passes (224) and chances created (7) when compared to players in his position.

Viktor Gyökeres has scored three times for the Gunners since his summer move from Sporting, but Mikel Arteta will certainly be looking for an improved output as the season progresses.

Elsewhere, new signings Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze have settled in well at the Emirates, registering five goals between them so far. The duo will be key to unlocking a stubborn Newcastle defence.

Team news

Newcastle will be without Fabian Schär after he suffered a head injury against Barcelona last week.

Summer signings Jacob Ramsey and Yoane Wissa are also absent due to injury, although Anthony Gordon returns after serving a suspension.

Meanwhile, Arsenal will be missing Noni Madueke, who is out for around six weeks. Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Piero Hincapié wont be available for selection.

In more positive news, Martin Ødegaard could be set to return to the starting XI after missing the previous three games due to a shoulder issues.

Prediction 

Newcastle won three of the four matches they played against Arsenal last season, but the Gunners start this one as slight favourites.

Howe’s misfiring attack is worrying and he will be hoping Woltemade can make a huge difference in this area, using his unpredictability and towering frame to cause chaos in the opposition penalty area.

It will be a tight affair on Tyneside this Sunday, but Arsenal should have more than enough to seal their fourth Premier League victory of the season.

I’m going for a narrow 1-0 win for the visitors.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow all the games from the Premier League on FotMob in the 2025/26 season – with in-depth stat coverage, including xG, shot maps, and player ratings. Download the free app here.

Preview: Arsenal go to St. James’ Park for Newcastle showdown

Newcastle will be aiming to continue their recent dominance over Arsenal when the two teams clash on Sunday afternoon.

By Ross Kilvington

Both teams taking their time to warm up

While this match promises to be an excellent way to end the weekend, both teams are still searching for their best football.

Newcastle finally sealed their first Premier League victory of the season last week with a 1-0 win against Wolves.

The Magpies, however, have found the back of the net just three times across the first five matchdays of the league campaign.

Indeed, Eddie Howe’s men became just the second club in top flight history to record goalless draws in their opening three away matches.

Arsenal began the season convincingly with wins over Manchester United and Leeds, scoring six goals without reply.

Defeat to Liverpool and a draw against Man City since then sees the Gunners sit five points behind the Anfield side.

Key players

Howe signed Nick Woltemade as a replacement for Alexander Isak and it looks as though the German could become a fans favourite on Tyneside.

He scored the winner in the clash against Wolves with a trademark header and the supporters will expect plenty more of those in the months ahead.

Sandro Tonali is continuing to prove his worth to Howe with several superb performances to begin the season. The Italian ranks in the top 12% for both successful passes (224) and chances created (7) when compared to players in his position.

Viktor Gyökeres has scored three times for the Gunners since his summer move from Sporting, but Mikel Arteta will certainly be looking for an improved output as the season progresses.

Elsewhere, new signings Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze have settled in well at the Emirates, registering five goals between them so far. The duo will be key to unlocking a stubborn Newcastle defence.

Team news

Newcastle will be without Fabian Schär after he suffered a head injury against Barcelona last week.

Summer signings Jacob Ramsey and Yoane Wissa are also absent due to injury, although Anthony Gordon returns after serving a suspension.

Meanwhile, Arsenal will be missing Noni Madueke, who is out for around six weeks. Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Piero Hincapié wont be available for selection.

In more positive news, Martin Ødegaard could be set to return to the starting XI after missing the previous three games due to a shoulder issues.

Prediction 

Newcastle won three of the four matches they played against Arsenal last season, but the Gunners start this one as slight favourites.

Howe’s misfiring attack is worrying and he will be hoping Woltemade can make a huge difference in this area, using his unpredictability and towering frame to cause chaos in the opposition penalty area.

It will be a tight affair on Tyneside this Sunday, but Arsenal should have more than enough to seal their fourth Premier League victory of the season.

I’m going for a narrow 1-0 win for the visitors.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow all the games from the Premier League on FotMob in the 2025/26 season – with in-depth stat coverage, including xG, shot maps, and player ratings. Download the free app here.