Arsenal take on Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium on April 25, 2026. Arsenal enters this crucial tie with a desperate need for three points, looking to bounce back from recent defeats and reclaim the top spot in the Premier League from Manchester City.

Newcastle United, on the other hand, arrive in North London under immense pressure with their season wobbling at the worst possible moment. The Magpies must avoid another defeat to ease the mounting pressure on manager Eddie Howe and end a dismal four-match losing streak across all competitions. This match is not just a contest of players, but a tactical battle between Mikel Arteta’s structured, possession-heavy setup and Newcastle’s counter-attacking philosophy. Following their 2-1 victory at St. James’ Park earlier this season, Arsenal is looking to inflict another major psychological blow on Newcastle and keep their title charge alive.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Team News

Arsenal
The players who have been ruled out are Jurrien Timber (groin) and Mikel Merino (foot). With the title race heating up, manager Mikel Arteta will be relieved by some positive injury updates. Talismanic winger Bukayo Saka is available and expected back in the squad after recovering from an Achilles injury that kept him out of the last five games. Madueke will likely feature in the playing XI while Riccardo Calafiori has also shaken off a knock. In attack, Kai Havertz is expected to lead the line after scoring against Manchester City, supported by the creative force of Eberechi Eze and captain Martin Odegaard. Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice will continue anchoring the midfield.

Newcastle United

Newcastle’s attacking options are severely depleted as Anthony Gordon is out due to a hip injury, leaving a massive void on the flanks. Key defender Tino Livramento is also sidelined with a thigh issue, joining Fabian Schar (ankle) and Emil Krafth (knee) in the treatment room. Furthermore, Joelinton is suspended after accumulating 10 yellow cards. The big boost for the team includes the return of captain Bruno Guimaraes to full fitness in the midfield. Former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale will start between the sticks, with William Osula and Harvey Barnes looking to support the attack in the final third.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Head-to-Head
These English giants are facing each other in a pivotal clash for the Premier League campaign.

• Matches Played (Last 5 Premier League Meetings): 5
• Arsenal wins: 2
• Newcastle United Wins: 2
• Draws: 1

Predicted XI line-ups for the Premier League clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United

Arsenal: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Odegaard, Eze; Havertz.

Newcastle United: Ramsdale; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Guimarães, Tonali; Murphy, Willock, Barnes; Osula..

ARS vs NEW Match Prediction: Who will win today’s Premier League match?

The “Emirates Stadium factor” cannot be ignored in Premier League predictions. Arsenal has a historical knack for suffocating teams on home turf, and with Newcastle United failing to win a league game away at Arsenal in 13 attempts, the odds are heavily stacked against the visitors. While Newcastle possesses the pace to threaten on the counter-attack, keeping a clean sheet against a confident Arsenal frontline with a makeshift defensive setup will be a daunting task for the Magpies.

It is expected to be a tense but controlled encounter. Newcastle will undoubtedly have periods of resilience, throwing bodies behind the ball, but Arsenal’s stars like Bukayo Saka who will likely feature in the squad and their formidable home record are likely to be the difference-maker in the overall tie.

The final prediction is a 2-0 victory for Arsenal on the evening. This scoreline means the Gunners will win the match, putting them back at the summit of the 2025-26 Premier League table.