Newcastle United vs Arsenal: Arsenal head to St James’ Park with their new-look attack purring and a little spring in the step after a late rescue act against Manchester City. Newcastle, cagey but organized, are rebuilding their forward line on the fly after a seismic summer. Expect 90 minutes with volume turned up: tackles, territory, and that familiar feeling in the Gallowgate of a game that can switch in a heartbeat.
- Arsenal are tipped to beat Newcastle United away in Heyvip’s preview for Sunday’s Premier League clash.
- Heyvip’s prediction is 2-1 to the Gunners, with Gyökeres and Martinelli fancied to make the difference.
- Newcastle’s defensive shape has been solid, but Arsenal arrive with stronger attacking rhythm and deeper bench options.
Match Details
- Fixture: Newcastle United vs Arsenal (Premier League 2025/26)
- Date: Sunday, 28 September 2025
- Kick-off: 16:30 BST (11:30 ET)
- Venue: St James’ Park
This game is set for Sky’s late Sunday slot in the UK. 1
Newcastle United vs Arsenal Form Guide – Team Overview
Newcastle United
If you’ve watched Newcastle this month, you’ve seen a team that’s stubborn without the ball, short on punch with it, and still figuring out the best way to replace Alexander Isak. Their league run so far:
- 0-0 at Aston Villa (solid away shape),
- 2-3 vs Liverpool (late heartbreak with 10 men),
- 0-0 at Leeds,
- 1-0 vs Wolves (Nick Woltemade’s debut winner),
- 0-0 at Bournemouth.
The goals have been scarce in the league, but the holders shook loose in midweek with a 4-1 Carabao Cup win over Bradford City (Joelinton and Will Osula braces), which should help confidence.
Isak’s British‑record move to Liverpool forced a quick reset; Yoane Wissa arrived but got hurt before his debut; and Woltemade stepped in immediately. Eddie Howe’s group has kept standards high defensively; now they need the final pass to click.
Arsenal
Arsenal’s September has a neat rhythm: ruthless at home, disciplined in Europe, and resilient against City. Their recent run:
- 1-0 at Manchester United (Calafiori header),
- 5-0 vs Leeds,
- 3-0 vs Nottingham Forest,
- 2-0 at Athletic Club (UCL, super-subs Martinelli and Trossard),
- 1-1 vs Manchester City (Martinelli at 90+3’),
- 2-0 at Port Vale (Carabao Cup; Eberechi Eze’s first Arsenal goal).
The broader picture: a busy summer window and plenty of rotation options are letting Mikel Arteta manage minutes while keeping a sharp edge in both boxes.
Newcastle United vs Arsenal: Head‑to‑Head Record
These two have seen the pendulum swing in mini-cycles. Across 197 competitive games, Arsenal lead 86–72–39. The last five competitive meetings: Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle (May 2025), Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal (EFL Cup, Feb 2025), Arsenal 0-2 Newcastle (EFL Cup, Jan 2025), Newcastle 1-0 Arsenal (Nov 2024), Arsenal 4-1 Newcastle (Feb 2024). 7
Team News & Injury Report
Newcastle United
For Newcastle, the headline is the absence of their £55m man Yoane Wissa. The Brentford signing looked like a game-changer, but a knee injury means he won’t be back until after the October break. In the meantime, Nick Woltemade has stepped up. Fresh from Stuttgart and already finding the net in the league, he’s leading the line while Wissa recovers. At the back, Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw have both been involved lately, with Eddie Howe leaning on a back three in recent games. Don’t forget the attacking rotations either—Harvey Barnes, Anthony Gordon, and Bruno Guimarães have all been heavily involved. Gordon especially looks lively after scoring late against Barcelona in Europe. That left side? Still buzzing with energy.
Report
- Yoane Wissa: £55m arrival from Brentford; sidelined with a knee issue until after the October break.
- Nick Woltemade: signed from Stuttgart and already on the scoresheet in the league; leading the line while Wissa recovers.
- Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw: both involved recently; Howe has leaned on a back three in recent league games.
Arsenal
Now, Arsenal aren’t without their own problems. Noni Madueke is out for a few weeks with a knee issue picked up against Man City. Captain Martin Ødegaard is managing a shoulder knock—he’s back in training and “close,” but will Arteta risk him? Piero Hincapié is nursing a groin problem, and Kai Havertz is still working his way back after knee surgery. On the brighter side, there’s new boy Eberechi Eze, who wasted no time getting off the mark with his first Arsenal goal at Port Vale. The squad’s also had a depth boost: Kepa Arrizabalaga is now backing up David Raya, while Martin Zubimendi and Christian Nørgaard bring some serious control to the midfield.
Report:
- Noni Madueke: “few weeks” out with a knee injury sustained vs Man City.
- Martin Ødegaard: managing a shoulder problem; back in training and “close.”
- Piero Hincapié: on loan; groin issue being managed.
- Kai Havertz: recovering post knee surgery.
- Eberechi Eze: new signing from Crystal Palace; scored his first Arsenal goal at Port Vale.
- Depth chart updates: Kepa Arrizabalaga joined to back up David Raya; Martin Zubimendi and Christian Nørgaard add midfield control.
Bottom line? Both sides are missing key names, but both have fresh firepower and depth ready to step in. This one’s shaping up to be a fascinating battle of who can adapt better under pressure.
Newcastle United vs Arsenal – Expected Lineups & Tactical Setup
With both managers being meticulous tacticians, this is where the real fun begins.
Note: These are projections based on recent selections and minutes; always verify the official teamsheet 60 minutes before kick-off.
Newcastle United (3-4-3 out of possession; 3-2-5 in settled attack)
Howe is expected to stick to his 3-4-3 formation, a tactical shift that has brought much-needed stability. It’s a flexible system, though, isn’t it? When they have the ball, it transforms into a 3-2-5 with the wing-backs pushing up high to provide width.
- GK: Nick Pope
- CBs: Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, Dan Burn
- WBs: Tino Livramento (right), Lewis Hall (left)
- CM: Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimarães
- FW: Jacob Murphy, Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon
- Why this shape: Howe has leaned on a back three in recent league games (see Bournemouth away), with Livramento/Hall supplying the width and Tonali‑Bruno controlling tempo. Woltemade’s hold‑up play is the reference point while Wissa heals.
This setup allows Newcastle to be defensively compact while still having dangerous outlets on the flanks. Woltemade’s role will be interesting; can he hold the ball up and bring others into play like Isak used to?
Arsenal (4-3-3 that morphs to 3-2-5 with the left-back folding inside)
Mikel Arteta will likely stick with his trusted 4-3-3, which also morphs into a 3-2-5 when in possession. It’s all about creating those right-sided triangles and overloading the opposition’s defence.
- GK: David Raya
- DF: Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Riccardo Calafiori
- MF: Declan Rice, Martín Zubimendi, Martin Ødegaard (if cleared) or Eberechi Eze
- FW: Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres, Gabriel Martinelli
- Why this shape: Arteta has used Timber-Saliba-Gabriel-Calafiori frequently in big games, with Rice-Zubimendi forming the platform. If Ødegaard isn’t quite ready to start, Eze can replicate the right‑half space creativity off Saka’s inside runs. Gyökeres pins centre‑backs and threatens the near post.
Bench roles to watch:
- Arsenal: Trossard the game-state chaser; Nørgaard for control; Kepa for cup duties only.
- Newcastle: Osula as late runner, Barnes/Gordon to flip touchlines, Trippier as an experienced change if chasing delivery quality.
Players to Watch: Newcastle vs Arsenal
- Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle): He’s the engine of this team. If he’s on his game, pulling the strings from midfield, Newcastle will tick. His passing range and ability to dictate the tempo are second to none.
- Noah Woltemade (Newcastle): All eyes will be on him. Filling the boots of a departing star is never easy, but he has the chance to make a real statement here. Can he be the ruthless finisher Newcastle has been missing?
- Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal): This guy is just a force of nature, isn’t he? He’s physical, he’s direct, and he knows where the back of the net is. The battle between him and Newcastle’s centre-backs will be must-watch television.
- Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal): The winger has been in electric form from the bench. His pace and direct running will be a constant threat, and Newcastle’s full-backs will have their work cut out for them trying to contain him.
- Eberechi Eze (Arsenal): Already on the scoresheet; his glide between lines can tilt compact blocks out of shape.
Key Battles of Players: Newcastle vs Arsenal
- Bruno Guimarães vs Declan Rice: This is the big one. It’s a war for midfield supremacy. Who can win the ball, control the pace, and launch their team’s attacks? The outcome of this duel could well decide the entire match.
- Lewis Hall vs Bukayo Saka: The unstoppable force meets the immovable object. Saka is Arsenal’s main creative outlet, a constant threat on the wing. Can Hall’s defensive discipline and tenacity keep him quiet? It’s a chess match on the flank, and I, for one, can’t wait to see it play out.
- Sven Botman vs Viktor Gyökeres: Talk about a physical matchup. These are two absolute units going head-to-head. Gyökeres’s strength and hold-up play against Botman’s commanding presence and aerial dominance. The battle for every long ball, every header, will be intense.
Newcastle United vs Arsenal – Winning Prediction
Okay, here we go. My gut feeling? This is going to be incredibly tight. Newcastle’s defensive shape and the energy of St. James’ Park are not to be underestimated. They will make it incredibly difficult for Arsenal to play their beautiful football.
However, I just think Arsenal’s firepower will be too much to handle in the end. The sheer quality of their attacking options, even with the injuries, gives them an edge. I predict a very cagey game, with Arsenal maybe just sneaking a late goal to take all three points. It won’t be a classic, but it will be a gritty, hard-fought victory for the visitors.
Market leans to consider (shop lines close to kick-off)
- Arsenal to win by exactly one goal
- Under 3.0 total goals (or “Under 2.75” if you prefer a split line)
- Arsenal most corners (structure yields territory and repeated left/right rotations)
- Player props to track in line-ups:
- Gyökeres anytime shots on target (1+)
- Martinelli 0.5 goal/assist combo (especially if benched and used as a finisher)
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My prediction: Newcastle 0-1 Arsenal.
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Conclusion: Newcastle United vs Arsenal
St James’ under the lights on a Sunday has its own weather system—the noise presses down on you. Newcastle’s structure will make this competitive, and a set piece either way wouldn’t shock. But across 90 minutes, Arsenal’s variety—new signings bedding in, trusted wide threats, and late subs with teeth—feels like the marginal edge.
