Newcastle vs Arsenal season so far: How both teams are performing in the Premier League?

Newcastle vs Arsenal. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Newcastle vs Arsenal. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /
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Newcastle vs Arsenal will be a brilliant game this weekend. Before the two teams clash, let’s have a look at their Premier League season so far.

Newcastle will be taking on Arsenal at St. James’ Park this weekend. Newcastle United are currently in the 6th position and Arsenal 2nd. A win against the Magpies will take the Gunners to the top of the Premier League table. However, a win for Newcastle will close the gap between them and the 5th placed Aston Villa side to just 2 points. Thus, both these two teams will be looking for three points from this very important game. So, let’s have a look at the Newcastle vs Arsenal season so far in the Premier League.

The Newcastle United season so far in the Premier League

Newcastle United are in 6th position in the Premier League after winning 5 of their 10 games played with 17 points. They have lost 3 and drawn 2. The Magpies scored 2.6 goals per game on average and conceded 1.1 goals. Goalkeeper Nick Pope has 3 clean sheets in his name and Newcastle United have created 2.7 chances on an average per game in the Premier League this season. Newcastle’s biggest win was against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane where they won 8-0.

The Arsenal season so far in the Premier League

Arsenal are currently 2nd in the Premier League after winning 7 of their 10 games played. They are unbeaten and drawn 3. All their draws came against their city rivals. The Gunners scored 2.3 goals per game on average and conceded 0.8. Arsenal have kept 5 clean sheets. They have created 1.3 chances per game on average in the Premier League this season. Arsenal’s biggest win came against Sheffield United at Emirates where they won 8-0.

Which team do you think will come out on top in this Newcastle vs Arsenal game in the Premier League?