Arsenal stand in the way. The Emirates will be hostile. But Eddie Howe’s side are ready for it. They have already beaten the Gunners three times this season. One more, and they make history.
Arsenal are unravelling. Five games without a win in all competitions. No wins in their last four at home. They were booed off after their last match at the Emirates.
Newcastle, by contrast, are surging. Back-to-back wins. Just one defeat in their last six. Eleven straight games with at least one goal. Their 2-0 win over Chelsea last weekend was arguably their most complete performance of 2025.
Momentum matters. And Newcastle have it. So, here is the Arsenal vs Newcastle preview, prediction, and team news for this important Premier League game.
Team news
Arteta is missing key players. Mikel Merino is suspended. Jorginho, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Magalhaes are out. Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Leandro Trossard are racing to be fit — all three trained midweek but are not guaranteed to start.
Newcastle have their own problems. Sven Botman is a major doubt after taking a knock to the knee against Chelsea. Joe Willock is unlikely to return. Kieran Trippier remains sidelined, along with Joelinton, Matt Targett and Lewis Hall.
Howe is expected to stick with the same core. If Botman is not ready, Emil Krafth could slot into the back three again.
Predicted lineups
Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Zinchenko; Saka, Martinelli, Nwaneri
Newcastle (3-4-3): Pope; Krafth, Schar, Burn; Murphy, Tonali, Guimaraes, Livramento; Barnes, Gordon; Isak
3 key Newcastle players to watch
- Alexander Isak: He has taken on the pressure and thrived. Goals, movement, link-up play — he has been unplayable at times. If Arsenal give him space, he will punish them.
- Anthony Gordon: His pace down the left has become a constant outlet. His pressing and decision-making have improved drastically. He could be the difference-maker again.
- Bruno Guimaraes: At the heart of everything. His battle with Odegaard will be decisive.
Prediction
Arsenal 1-2 Newcastle United
The Gunners have the home crowd but not the form. Newcastle are confident, compact, and clinical. They know what is at stake. And they know how to win this kind of game.
Eddie Howe’s men will not play for a draw. They will go for it. And they just might get it.
FAQs
- When is Arsenal vs Newcastle? Sunday, 18 May 2025
- What time is kick-off? 4:30 PM BST
- Where is the match being played? Emirates Stadium, London
- Is it on TV? Yes — live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
- Will Newcastle qualify for the Champions League if they win? Yes. A win guarantees a top-three finish.