Arsenal are looking to get back to winning ways and move back to the top of the Premier League table when they host Newcastle United this evening.
Back-to-back league defeats for Mikel Arteta’s side has seen the Gunners slip to second and behind Manchester City by virtue of goals scored.
But with Pep Guardiola’s side in FA Cup action today, Arsenal can temporarily return to the league’s summit with a win against an out-form Newcastle side, who have one won of their last seven in all competitions.
Arsenal are set to be boosted by the return of Bukayo Saka and Riccardo Calafiori to the matchday squad, but Jurrien Timber is expected to miss out once again.
Metro’s LIVE matchday blog will bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and starting XIs, goal updates and minute-by-minute coverage
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April 25, 2026 4:06 pm
Early team news
Ben Fleming
The good news for Arsenal fans is that we’re expecting Bukayo Saka and Riccardo Calafiori to be available again today.
Jurrien Timber will miss out, though.
Newcastle, meanwhile, are without five players for today’s clash, including Anthony Gordon and Tino Livramento.
April 25, 2026 4:00 pm
Beautiful day for it
Ben Fleming
Arsenal v Newcastle United - Premier League
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The sun is belting down in north London. Let’s hope the action on the pitch can match the weather above.
April 25, 2026 3:54 pm
How to watch Arsenal vs Newcastle
Ben Fleming
You can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event with streaming also available through the Sky Go app and NOW TV for subscribers.
Alternatively, you can follow all the action with Metro’s LIVE blog.
April 25, 2026 3:53 pm
What time does Arsenal vs Newcastle kick-off?
Ben Fleming
Arsenal’s clash with Newcastle kicks off at 5:30pm tonight.
April 24, 2026 4:04 pm
Good afternoon!
Ben Fleming
Hello and welcome to Metro‘s live coverage of the Premier League clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United.
Stay with us for all the build-up, team news and match updates from the Emirates Stadium.
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