Newcastle have won four of their last five home games against Arsenal, all without conceding, despite having only won three of 25 encounters with the Gunners on Tyneside beforehand.
Since the start of 2019, astonishingly, 16 of the 17 meetings between these two clubs have seen at least one side fail to score, Arsenal's thumping 4-1 victory in February 2024 the sole exception.
Newcastle vs Arsenal preview
It may only be the sixth match of the season but, after dropping points last Sunday, this already feels must win for Arsenal, starting the weekend five points adrift leaders Liverpool. A week ago, the Gunners required a 93rd minute equaliser from Gabriel Martinelli to salvage a draw against Manchester City, having been frustrated by the Citizens for so long. Psychologically, having lost at Anfield, it was so important for Mikel Arteta's team to come away from that one with something.
Then, on Wednesday night, Arsenal eased through in the Carabao Cup, swatting aside Port Vale 2-0, with Eberechi Eze on target early, his first goal for the club, before Leandro Trossard made the win secure late on. Back in the Premier League, as the three in a row runners-up chase that illusive title, the margin for error is minuscule. Thus, it's far from ideal that they're visiting Tyneside on Sunday, considering St James' Park has been such a graveyard in recent seasons, losing four of their last five visits, all without scoring, beaten 1-0 and 2-0 in the North East last season alone. So, will Arteta's team slip up again, or can Arsenal claim a statement victory in Sunday's headliner slot?
As for Newcastle United, they played out a very dull goalless draw with Bournemouth last Sunday, meaning all three of their Premier League away games to date have finished 0-0. At St James' Park meantime, Eddie Howe's team lost that Monday night thriller against Liverpool, before battling to their sole victory of the campaign against Wolves; Nick Woltemade's towering header the difference.
Like their visitors, the Magpies also soared into the League Cup last 16 on Wednesday, demolishing EFL League One leaders Bradford 4-1, with Joelinton and William Osula both bagging braces. So, Newcastle are still searching for the consistency that saw them finish fifth last season, but things have settled down since the transfer window closed. One thing that Geordies have enjoyed in recent times is beating Arsenal, so will Newcastle have another memorable home win to celebrate?
Newcastle United vs Arsenal head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 197.
- Newcastle United Wins: 72. Draws: 39. Arsenal Wins: 86.
Newcastle team news
Eddie Howe has picked two rather mix-and-match lineups against Bournemouth and then Bradford, making his XI here very tough to forecast.
Fabian Schär remains sidelined due to a concussion suffered against Barcelona, while summer signings Jacob Ramsey and Yoane Wissa are also sidelined; the latter is still yet to debut.
Thus, Malick Thiaw is set to deputise at centre-back, with Kieran Trippier captaining the side from right-back, with Tino Livramento thereby switching to the other side. Anthony Gordon returned from his three-match domestic suspension in the Carabao Cup, while Nick Woltemade will lead the line, looking to make it two goals in two Premier League games at St James' Park.
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Arsenal: (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Livramento; Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon.
Newcastle player to watch vs Arsenal
Newcastle's midfield trio has bullied Arsenal in recent seasons, with Joelinton very much at the heart of that. If the Brazilian, who scored twice on Wednesday, has a good game, his side stand an excellent chance of winning.
Arsenal team news
Mikel Arteta named a very strong starting lineup at Vale Park in mid-week, Gabriel, Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka all included, while Kepa Arrizabalaga and Christian Nørgaard both made their full debuts.
Here, Piero Hincapié will miss out due to a knock, while Noni Madueke is set to be sidelined for at least six weeks, after suffering a serious knee injury during the first half against Manchester City.
In better news, Martin Ødegaard is still nursing a shoulder issue but is expected to start, with Mikel Merino dropping to the bench. The only question mark then comes on the left-wing, where Gabriel Martinelli has scored off the bench against both Athletic Club and Man City, but he could be kept in reserve once more, with mid-week scorer Eze getting the nod, or at least that's what fans hope.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Newcastle United: (4-3-3): Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice, Ødegaard; Saka, Eze, Gyökeres.
Arsenal player to watch vs Newcastle
All three of Viktor Gyökeres' goals for Arsenal so far have come at home. Swedish strikers are not particularly popular on Tyneside just now, so can he reinforce this zeitgeist with a crucial goal here?
Newcastle vs Arsenal prediction
As already documented, we expect this to be very low-scoring, and we are backing Newcastle for a narrow victory because, simply, we've seen this movie play out before: Newcastle 1-0 Arsenal.
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How to watch Newcastle United vs Arsenal in the Premier League on TV channel?
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What is the date and kick-off time for Newcastle United vs Arsenal in the Premier League?
Newcastle United vs Arsenal takes place on Sunday 28 September 2025, with kick off at 16:30 (BST), 11:30 (EDT) & 8:30 (PDT).