Newcastle United travel to the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, aiming to arrest a disappointing run of form.
Howe’s side have lost their last four matches across all competitions. That slide has left them searching for answers in mid-table. Five games remain, however, and European qualification is still within reach. Today’s trip to North London carries real significance.
Success at the Emirates has proven elusive for the Magpies. They have gone winless in thirteen away games against Arsenal. Just one goal in nine visits tells its own story. That said, Howe’s side thrive as underdogs, raising their game in reactive, counter-attacking football. Every one of their last nine matches has been settled by a single goal — another tight affair looks likely today.
Newcastle United team news
Howe faces several significant injury concerns as he prepares his squad for the trip south. Anthony Gordon will miss the match after sitting out last weekend’s home defeat to Bournemouth with a persistent hip issue, and he has not trained this week. Tino Livramento also drops out after picking up a thigh injury against the Cherries, with a scan due this weekend to assess the damage.
Bruno Guimarães, however, offers a timely boost. The Brazilian has completed a full week of training and looks close to making his first start since February, having come off the bench against Bournemouth. Howe believes his presence and leadership will lift those around him. Lewis Hall also comes through the week fit despite leaving the Bournemouth game at half-time.
William Osula leads the attack, having scored in five league matches this season despite ending on the losing side in three. Jacob Murphy and Harvey Barnes provide width on either flank, while Sandro Tonali and Lewis Miley anchor the midfield alongside the returning Guimarães. Newcastle need a disciplined, clinical performance to trouble an Arsenal side pushing hard for the title.
Newcastle United predicted lineup
Newcastle United predicted XI: Ramsdale, Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall, Guimaraes, Tonali, Miley, Murphy, Osula, Barnes
When will the match kick off?
Arsenal vs Newcastle United kicks off at 17:30 BST on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
How to watch Arsenal vs Newcastle United?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event. The broadcast begins at 17:00 BST ahead of the late kick-off. Streaming is also available via the Sky Go app for subscribers.
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