In an anticipated showdown against Newcastle United, Arsenal showcased their attacking prowess right from the start, setting the tone for an exhilarating evening at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners wasted no time, seizing control and capitalising on their positive attitude.
The breakthrough came in the 18th minute when Gabriel’s expertly executed header had the Newcastle defence in a panic with Sven Botman putting the ball into his own goal. The early advantage only fueled the team’s hunger for more.
Just six minutes later, Arsenal fans were treated to another spectacle as Kai Havertz etched his name onto the scoresheet. A seamless connection with a Gabriel Martinelli pass resulted in a goal that highlighted the Gunners’ precision and coordination.
The Emirates was buzzing with excitement as Arsenal asserted their dominance, playing a brand of football that left fans in awe. The team had full control of the game, displaying a harmonious blend of skill and strategy.
As the match progressed, Arsenal continued to press forward, coming tantalisingly close to securing a third goal just a few minutes later. The beautiful football on display was a testament to the team’s control and dominance.
Bukayo Saka came very close to a third in the 37th minute but was denied by a good save from Newcastle keeper Loris Karius. At this point, it felt as if it was just a matter of time before Arsenal got their third.
The first half concluded with Arsenal leading 2-0 but it really could have been a lot more and probably should have been.
The second half kicked off the same way the first half finished with Arsenal almost scoring within the first two minutes of the restart through Havertz who put the ball tantalisingly wide.
That said, the Geordies did have a bit more about them at the start of the second half coming close on a couple of occasions themselves but a combination of poor touches and good defence prevented them from getting on the scoresheet.
Arsenal started to sit back and allow Newcastle to have more of the ball from about the 55th minute onwards, which is understandable considering the pace they had kept up for almost an hour.
But the sitting back from Arsenal did not last too long and the irrepressible Saka put the Gunners three up in the 64th minute with a beautifully crafted solo goal.
That was Arsenal’s 24th goal of 2024 in the Premier League and the question now was, would they make it 25 before the end of the game, the answer was categorically yes with Jakub Kiwior getting Arsenal’s fourth in the 69th minute, this was now becoming a rout.
Because of the scoreline, it enabled Mikel Arteta to take off Martin Odegaard, Martinelli, Saka and Havertz and give them a well-deserved rest and that in itself was a huge bonus on the night.
Newcastle got a consolation goal with just five minutes to go and it just had to be a former Gunner in Joe Willock that got the goal. Cannot begrudge him that too much.
The game finished 4-1 to Arsenal and the question has to be asked now. Will Arsenal win the title? I am starting to believe they just might.
OMG! Another wonderful win
My math is pretty bad but I think that’s 15 goals in our last 3 Premier League matches
I love our winning streak in the Premier League
COYG ❤️
But to win title opponents must drop points, and both the team above us are showing too stubbornness.
It was a superb performance by the gunners,,,how i wish they continued with the same tempo till the end of the season and win the coveted trophy.
Which revenge are we taking?
This season 1-nil loss or last season goaless draw.
On to the next please.
Who said anything about revenge?
It’s not in the article or previous comments.
I was not talking about what the article said.
We had lots of scores to settle with the Magpies.
👍
World class performance from the magnificent Arsenal
Havertz wasted a clear-cut chance to make a brace, but his aerial ability, hold-up play, interception and other aspects in the game were superb
If Jorginho and Havertz can stay fit, I think we can win most of the remaining games
Jorginho is in impeccable form. And he seem to be pepped for top opposition-Liverpool and now New Castle. I wonder why Arteta didn’t start him against Porto. I also think he has worked a bit on his physicality. His midfield combination with Odegard and Rice is one of the best in Epl. I also like the fact Kiwior is gaining confidence.
I guess Arteta chose to stick with the most in-form line-up at that time, hence Jorginho’s exclusion from the game in Portugal
After learning from that game, Arteta seemed to have minimized the risk this time, by putting Havertz in the CF position as he did when we played against Man City and Liverpool
I think Arteta is trying to manage Jorginho who he said has been nursing an injury for a long time.. probably why Chelsea let him leave.
Also without the late goal most would have been happy with a draw at Porto – and presumably Arteta already had Jorginho earmarked for this game. I suspect other than a tro out in next few games he wont start again until City away then Man Utd away and Tottenham away.
I am convinced that Hsvetz is worth the money we paid for him!
Porto is going to suffer!!!
Vengeance is best served cold!!! Another big win,three points and unto the next we move. A trip to Sheffield next, COYG!!!
Arsenal can win 9 out of the remaining 12 games and probably draw three. If that happens, we’ll have 87ppints while Man city is likely to have 86 and Liverpool 84.
IT WOULD BRING A TOTAL OF 88, NOT 87. We have 58 now, plus your projected 30 = 88!!
YOU ARE TOO OPTIMISTIC ABOUT US AND TOO HARD ON LIVERPOOL TO EXPECT THEM TO DROP 12 POINTS FROM NOW ON. I see Liverpool as our main threat now , no longer City!!
Thanks for the addition and yes, Liverpool will drop more points than City
4-1, nice game, total control and breathtaking football at times.
Not enthused about the late goal we let in, but hey we can’t expect perfection every matchday, plus it was Willock who helped himself, so good for him. Glad we were able to quickly banish the ghosts of midweek by serving a very cold meal to this hideous horde. May they continue to plummet from hereon.
Sweet revenge for the robbery that was the away tie.
On to the next one as we gradually count down to the second leg against Porto.
Onwards and Upwards!
COYG 💪
Newcastle didn’t rob us of victory in the away tie but the buffoons at VAR and referee did
Absolutely spot on. Revenge is best served cold. May it long continue that is their downward spiral.
The Arsenal is increasingly looking has become a walloping giants Epl top club side in year 2024. And who wallop any team that xomes thei ways in the Epl. And has been walloping them in their numbers since the year has begun. With Newcastle not exempted from their walloping. As the Magipies were wallop 4-1 by the Gunners playing at home in the Epl at the Ems tonight.
And which has seen Arsenal thumped both their arch rival teams of this season’s Epl title win of Liverpool and Man City on the goals difference chart table.
A pleasant situation for Arsenal that I perceive the Gunners will further extend it next Monday night at away to the Blades. As they look will wallop them 0-8 on the score board at full-time of the match.
So that Arsenal will further improved on their goals difference in the goals difference table. And advantage the Gunners with it. If it boils down to gals difference will determine who lift the title at season’s end.
I think some players looked in the mirror after Porto. And we can play football by actually passing it forwards. First half was as good as it gets but we couldn’t, understandably, keep it up second but still good. The slightly worrying thing is we seem to have 5 or 6 good games and throw a wobbly for one or two. Then reset. That cant carry on.
Right 👍 Reggie that just explains our form, let’s hope we improve on that.
I can see what some of our unhappy fans have been saying now. Yet again, terrible tactics from MA, what was he doing?
Sooner he’s sacked the better, because the club is clearly in a downward spiral, and has been ever since he took over.
Can’t think of a single player he’s improved. Our next academy superstar Saka’s career is being wasted under this manager, along with many others. 🙂
My word
Who’s this?
It’s called sarcasm.
😃👏.
Sarcasm at it’s best 🙂
Jen, you won’t let up will you? The only way to shut you up is after a loss and none of us wants that. Yes, it was a brilliant win. Jorghino has silenced critics like me, Martinellii was brilliant in making his run which led to Harvetz only having to shoot into an empty net, White had his best game yet, Saka did what we always want him to do Gabriel, Rice and Saliba were rock solid, and a big shout out to Smith Rowe who in 20 minutes did as much as Harvetz did in 70. We’d be crazy to let this guy go. Mr forward movement. How can anyone put him at the same level as Elneny, Viera or even Harvetz who missed two sitters and has only his size to rely on.
Havertz got a goal and assist and won the most aerial duels on the pitch. I most have missed the part where Emile Smith Rowe did the same. Havertz is was motm last night stop but if you want to make stupid comments because you don’t like the guy then fair enough.
Can’t recognise heavy sarcasm?
The gaffer warrant a brand new contract and a will tell you why.
After initially struggling in the premier league, recording successive eight placed finished, he made a huge break through during the 2021/22 campaign, but were unsurpassed by Spuds in the race for top four ultimately dropping to fifth.
Since then the gaffer has more wins and the best win percentage of managers for Arsenal.
The difference has been Arsenal ability to turns draws into wins over the last two phases.
It was during this phase when this solidity began, That back line consisted of Tomi, White,l Magahlase and Tierney. The mistake of loaning Saliba was realized and corrected, the young Frenchman returned from his third loaned in the summer and took White role, who moves to the right back, while Ziny replaced Tierney at left back, once that back four settled, they were conceding a lower non penalty xG than ever recorded under the gaffer.
Arsenal are conceding even fewer chances in the current phase, but it’s not just the back four job to defend, the gaffer set his outfit up to suffocate the opposition, there is one player who has help us improve in that aspect Declan Rice, but so too is our pressing intensity.
This outfit has been reshaped in the gaffer image, There has been undeniable progression, but the itch for silverware could soon become a factor as fans have their hands on the trigger.
A brand new contract could calm the waters somewhat.
We need Jorginho in midfield from now on! He gives D.Rice the freedom to press high up and make some very critical interceptions. Havertz is much better off playing CF than CM though he did miss a sitter.
I’ve come to the party rather late. Beyond giving a thumbs up – whoo hoo – it was just fantastic that Newcastle got a thumping after the disappointment of the Porto game.
Great performance and I wonder if Konstantin will be posting an article, I doubt it as he has trouble being positive.
Anyway, it was hilarious outside the Emirates last night with Gooners seeing the Newcastle coach off singing “ Who put the ball in the Saudi’s net………Half the ****ing team did” 😉
GB
It’s a real surprise to me where all the detractors go after a win
It is honestly Sue? Its not a bit surprising to me, because of all the regular detractors JA attracts, ONLY DAN SMITH has the language skills and intellect to write anything at all of proper analytical substance.
It easy to rant and moan though, so folk as dull witted as Konstantin do exactly THAT. And ONLY that!
Heavy on sarcasm Jon
I’m waiting with bated breath for a poor match and JA will be inundated by people who can only be bothered to comment then. You’d think they would be happy with thrashing Newcastle and want to share their joy
Sue, A true post, although your first line is not.
I did not use sarcasm about Konstantin and his ilk.
Just plain honest obvious truth!
It’s a very, very British thing Sue, which many overseas readers & supporters interpret as the literal truth.
But the final score-line should have been 8 goals to Arsenal if some of the Gunners who started the match did not profigate in front of the Newcastle goalmouth. But bury the chances they had in match.
So next time away to Sheff Utd. The Gunners SHOULD endeavour to bury all the chances they will have to score for Arsenal in the match. And bury them accordingly.
perhaps goal scoring is not as easy as it looks
even Haarland takes several shots and misses plenty before one goes in
given Porto such effective tactics spoiling our set-pieces, I was surprised with Newcastle being all over the place
Impressive performance all around, onto the next one. Joghinho had the best game in an arsenal shirt! Onto the next game. Can’t wait
except for against Liverpool where he was the stand out player against truly elite opposition
but I take your point
forget pining about the never available Partey, quite frankly Jorginho is better, particularly his vision and incisive through balls
I can’t figure out why Arsenal have not taken up the 1 year extension option
if nothing else allows a bit more flexibility to recruit the two long term replacements (for Partey, Jorginho and Elneny) over two season, 1 each year is better for budget and settling in
City still got to play us and Liverpool but everyone feel they are the favourites.
I just hope media keep ignoring our chances
We still have to play them away and Chelsea & Tottenham away & Man Utd away
What are you saying ?
We have the toughest remaining fixtures of the top 3 teams
I almost don’t remember when we’ve won any of those aways
City also do have equally difficult games left, especially where they meet Pool,Brighton and us in a row, Guess you are the one with the strange comment. Btw, we did beat Chelsea and Spurs at their turf as recently as last season and we won at united three seasons earlier, i’m more than confident we can do it again.
In any case, what happened in past seasons is entirely irrelevant to what happens NOW.
As I have to keep reminding NON REALISTS such as JEN.
The reason we did not win those games you referred to was that back then our team was not as good as theirs.
NOW IT IS, AND BETTER TOO. I fully expect us to beat United and Chelsea and probably Spuds too.
I also think we are better than City right now and that any future key players injuries are our real possible enemy, IF we don’t win there too.
But I repeat and I HOPE YOU ACCEPT THIS AS TRUTH, THAT PAST YEARS RESULTS ARE OF NO RELEVANCE AT ALL TO WHAT WILL HAPPEN THIS YEAR.
Different times, different teams, both ours and theirs!
NO RELEVANCE THEREFORE WHATSOEVER.
i just think back to Mudryk and Caicedo for best part of £200m
we got Jorginho, Trossard and Havertz for less than half that, and dodged a major bullet
Jorginho and Havertz particularly must be pinching themselves
and us too, as they look like the difference between how solid we look vs the title run last season – the £105 on Rice worth every penny
life at Chelsea, or life at Arsenal
We did because Mudrykand Caicedo, were our first choices.
How do you think they would have fared under Arteta’s tutelage Reggie?
yes Reggie, and your point is…
Very well done to MA and the lads. Putting the puzzle together piece by piece. An utter dismantling of NU…
An absolute master class against the Geordies.
Now, can we repeat that performance in our next three games, especially against the pesky Portuguese!!!