Newcastle United XI vs Arsenal – Predicted lineup and team news

Newcastle United XI vs Arsenal – Predicted lineup and team news

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.

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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.