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Arsenal suffered a double injury blow in their Premier League clash with Newcastle United on Saturday evening.
Eberechi Eze gave Arsenal an early lead in the match at the Emirates Stadium before being forced off in the second half.
Prior to that, Kai Havertz was forced off and replaced by Viktor Gyokeres after going down injured.
The double injury blow provides another twist heading into the final weeks of the season as the Premier League title race heats up with the Gunners looking slightly short of firepower.
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Premier League lead cut
Mikel Arteta’s side knew a win against Newcastle would put them three points clear back at the top of the Premier League table after slipping to second in midweek following Manchester City’s win over Burnley.
Arsenal once led by 10 points at the top of the Premier League table but Man City have been able to capitalise on the side’s recent inconsistencies and close the gap.
But with City in FA Cup action against Southampton at the same time, they couldn’t stop Arsenal reclaiming top spot. Now they have a game in hand on their rivals for the title.
Double injury blow
Arsenal’s double injury blow could impact their title charge and indeed their Champions League campaign as they face Atletico Madrid in the semi-final first leg on Wednesday night.
Arteta is set to provide an update on the duo following the match.
In the Premier League, Arsenal face Fulham, West Ham United, Burnley and Crystal Palace in their final four games while City face Everton, Brentford, Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in their final five.
And the Premier League title, once again, could come right down to the wire.
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