Arsenal vs Newcastle Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds
A highly anticipated Premier League clash sees high-flying Arsenal, currently sitting second in the league table, host a struggling Newcastle, who find themselves in 14th position. The action unfolds at the Emirates Stadium on Friday, 25th April 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 UTC. The Gunners will be looking to close the gap at the top, while the Magpies desperately seek points to climb away from the lower reaches of the table.
OC Staff - April 25, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadArsenal vs Newcastle: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
A highly anticipated Premier League clash sees high-flying Arsenal, currently sitting second in the league table, host a struggling Newcastle, who find themselves in 14th position. The action unfolds at the Emirates Stadium on Friday, 25th April 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 UTC. The Gunners will be looking to close the gap at the top, while the Magpies desperately seek points to climb away from the lower reaches of the table.
Arsenal vs Newcastle Form
The home side enters this fixture on the back of a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in their last Premier League outing. Looking at their last six matches across all competitions, Arsenal have endured a challenging run, registering just one draw and five losses. This includes a 0-0 stalemate against Sporting in the Champions League, and further defeats to Bournemouth (2-1), Sporting (1-0), Southampton (2-1 in the FA Cup), and Manchester City (2-0 in the League Cup). Despite this recent dip in results, Arsenal's overall form in the Premier League, as indicated by their 3rd rank in the overall forms table, suggests a team capable of strong performances.
Newcastle secured a morale-boosting 2-1 victory away against Bournemouth in their most recent Premier League encounter. However, their general form has been concerning, with the visitors ranked 17th in the overall forms table. Over their last six matches across all competitions, Newcastle have recorded two wins, one draw, and three losses. This sequence includes losses to Crystal Palace (2-1) and Barcelona (7-2 in the Champions League), a win against Sunderland (2-1), a win against Chelsea (1-0), and a draw against Barcelona (1-1 in the Champions League). A notable fact is that there have been over 2.5 goals scored in 9 of Newcastle's last 10 games in the Premier League.
Arsenal vs Newcastle Head to Head
The most recent encounter between these two sides saw Newcastle claim a narrow 2-1 victory over Arsenal in September last year. Over the last six meetings, the rivalry has been evenly contested, with both Arsenal and Newcastle securing three wins apiece. Notably, Arsenal are undefeated in 15 of their last 16 home matches against Newcastle in all competitions, a statistic that will surely boost confidence among the Gunners' faithful.
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Arsenal vs Newcastle Probable Lineups
Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya; Hincapié, Gabriel Magalhães, Saliba, Timber; Zubimendi, Rice; Eze, Ødegaard, Madueke; Havertz
Newcastle (4-2-3-1): Pope; Hall, Botman, Thiaw, Trippier; Tonali, Guimarães; Barnes, Ramsey, Elanga; Gordon
Arsenal vs Newcastle Team News
Arsenal face a few injury concerns ahead of the clash. Midfielder Merino is sidelined due to injury, while key winger Bukayo Saka and defenders Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber are all listed as doubtful. Timber, however, is included in the probable lineup, suggesting a potential return.
Newcastle's injury list is more extensive. Defenders Tino Livramento and Emil Krafth, along with Fabian Schär, are all out injured. Forward Anthony Gordon is doubtful with a muscle issue. Additionally, Joelinton is serving the second game of his suspension, ruling him out of this fixture. Despite this, Bruno Guimarães is set to make his first start in over two months, providing a much-needed boost in midfield.
Arsenal vs Newcastle Match Facts
- Arsenal are undefeated in 15 of their last 16 home matches against Newcastle in all competitions.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 9 of Newcastle's last 10 games in Premier League.
- Newcastle have lost their last 3 matches in Premier League.
- Newcastle have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches in Premier League.
Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Newcastle
Arsenal, despite a challenging run of recent results, appear to have the upper hand in this fixture. Their statistical profile highlights numerous strengths, including attacking set pieces, creating chances through intricate play and individual skill, and a strong ability to finish scoring opportunities. The Gunners also excel at controlling possession and dominating the opposition's half, often attacking down the right flank. This offensive prowess, combined with a predicted 4-2-3-1 formation, suggests they will look to dictate the tempo and create numerous chances.
Conversely, Newcastle have notable weaknesses that Arsenal could exploit. The visitors struggle with defending against long shots, protecting leads, and are particularly vulnerable to counter-attacks. Their defensive frailties are underscored by the fact they have conceded at least two goals in their last three Premier League matches. While Newcastle possess individual skill and are strong in aerial duels, their susceptibility to defensive lapses, especially against a team that excels in creating scoring chances like Arsenal, points towards a high-scoring affair in favour of the hosts. Forecasts suggest Arsenal will score a long shot, while Newcastle will find a goal through individual skill, but the overall balance of power lies firmly with the home side.
Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals Click here to get the best odds at FanDuel Sportsbook
Given the attacking strengths of Arsenal and Newcastle's defensive vulnerabilities, alongside the fact that there have been over 2.5 goals scored in 9 of Newcastle's last 10 Premier League games, betting on Over 2.5 Goals seems a very strong proposition. The predicted scoreline of 3-1 further supports this, indicating a match with plenty of goalmouth action.
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