Arsenal vs Newcastle United Preview, Odds, & Prediction

Two of the top three teams in the Premier League will go at loggerheads in the penultimate matchday of the 2024-25 Premier League season as Arsenal hosts Newcastle United on Sunday, May 18, at the Emirates Stadium to fight for the UEFA Champions League spots.

In the reverse fixture at St. James’ Park, Eddie Howe’s men trumped the visitors courtesy of a goal by Alexander Isak as the Magpies preserved their clean sheet on the evening. The two teams also met in the League Cup semi-final, and Newcastle won both legs with Anthony Gordon scoring in both legs helping his side record an aggregate score of 4-0 over the two legs.

Learn more about the odds, team news, picks, and predictions for the thrilling English Premier League Matchday 37 clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United:

Where to watch Arsenal vs Newcastle United

Here is when and where to watch the clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United:

Date: 18/05

Time: 5:30 pm CET

Location: Emirates Stadium, North London

Where to watch: The match can be watched on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Preview

The Gunners have lost their last home match of the league season only once in the last 27 seasons, and Mikel Arteta would be hoping to maintain that exemplary record against their bogey team from this season.

Arsenal

Arsenal had a memorable campaign as they reached the UEFA Champions League semi-final after a gap of 16 years and also pushed Liverpool in the title race, but ended up granting the Reds an easy pathway to the title with a few matches remaining. While Arsenal seemed to be in the clear when it came to the Champions League spots battle, only one win in their last five matches has dragged the Gunners back into the mix, with only 5 points separating Arteta’s men and sixth-placed Aston Villa.

Newcastle United

On the other hand, Newcastle United has had a season full of strong statements as Howe’s men ended their trophy drought and now sit above Manchester City, Chelsea, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa as the four teams below them scramble for Champions League spots. After missing out on European football, the Magpies have pleased the Toon Army and now only have Arsenal and Everton to overcome in the last two rounds of the league season.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Under/Over Predictions

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Total goals Under 2.5 @ +112 (Fan Duel): With two well-drilled defenses on show, one would expect a tight game between the two teams at the Emirates Stadium. David Raya is in a very tight race for the Golden Glove with Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels, while Nick Pope has fallen behind and would be hoping to contest for the individual award next season.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Player Picks

Alexander Isak (To Score a Goal @ +160 as per MGM Bet): The leading goalscorer for Newcastle in the 2024-25 Premier League season, Alexander Isak has scored 23 goals in 33 league matches apart from contributing 6 assists. The Swedish striker will reach 30 goal contributions in a single league season for the first time in his career if he nets a goal or provides an assist against the Gunners on Sunday evening.

Bukayo Saka (To Score a Goal @ +230 as per Fan Duel): With Mikel Merino suspended for the upcoming match against the Magpies, the pressure would be on Bukayo Saka to score for Arsenal in front of home supporters. Saka last scored in the Premier League against Fulham on April 1 and would be looking to make it count against Newcastle on Sunday.

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Arsenal vs Newcastle United Prediction

Newcastle has already defeated Arsenal thrice in the ongoing season, and Howe’s men could become the first team to defeat the Gunners four times in a single season if they are able to defeat Arteta’s side in their own backyard.

Our Final Prediction: A 1-1 draw is the most likely outcome from the battle of two of the top sides in England, but a draw would only benefit the teams chasing Arsenal and Newcastle, as Manchester City have relatively easier opponents in Bournemouth and Fulham for the last two rounds.

Mohak Arora

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