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Vote at Full-time Alexander Isak headed Newcastle United to their first Premier League win in five matches as they beat Arsenal 1-0 to dent the Gunners’ title hopes. The decisive moment came in the 12th minute when Isak combined with Anthony Gordon, heading the ball into the roof of the net for his third goal in four appearances at St James’ Park. Arsenal rarely threatened, registering just one shot on target, which came in the first half when Mikel Merino's effort was blocked on the line. Isak threatened a second for the hosts on the hour-mark as his attempt stung the palms of David Raya, while Declan Rice’s deflected strike went just wide of the far post just under a minute later. Rice then had a golden opportunity to equalise at the death as Bukayo Saka's cross dropped to him six yards out, but he headed wide. The win take Newcastle up to eighth, while Arsenal remain third and would find themselves eight points off the top should Manchester City beat AFC Bournemouth later on Saturday. After an open start, Newcastle got in front when Gordon’s cross was headed beyond David Raya by Isak. An end-to-end first half saw chances for either side, the best of which fell to Merino who, on his return to St. James’ Park, saw his strike repelled by the retreating Lewis Hall on the line. Newcastle returned after the interval with their sights set on a second, though Joe Willock could only fire over at Raya’s near post. Ethan Nwaneri was brought on to make an impact in the final third for the Gunners, but almost played a part at the wrong end when his tackle broke kindly for Isak, though his strike from distance was kept out by Raya. Rice missed a huge opportunity at the death, heading Bukayo Saka’s delivery wide from close range, with Newcastle holding on for the win. Arteta’s side were tipped to challenge Manchester City once again for the Premier League title this term, though their performance against Newcastle further highlighted their recent fragilities. It was an unusually blunt display from the Gunners, who managed just one shot on target during the contest, which came courtesy of Merino in the first half. Saka, Kai Havertz and Leandro Trossard all found it difficult to penetrate the hosts’ stubborn defence. For all their possession, they created very little and lacked a player to pick out the tight spaces in the final third. One wonders if the injured Martin Odegaard could have provided just that. While the Gunners were off-colour, they could have snatched a point at the end. Rice was picked out beautifully by Saka in second-half stoppage time but could only head his attempt wide of Nick Pope’s net. Having only lost one of their first 25 Premier League matches in 2024, Arsenal have since been beaten in two of their last three (D1). Newcastle’s recent run in the Premier League has coincided with Isak and Gordon’s absence, but the pair combined with devastating effect to open the scoring on Saturday. Isak headed home his 12th goal in as many matches at St. James’ Park, but his task was made a simple one given the pinpoint accuracy of Gordon’s delivery. The England international proved a handful for Arsenal’s defence throughout the match. Shortly after playing a part in the opener, Gordon was again attacking the Arsenal defence, this time seeing his cross narrowly evade his team-mates with the slightest of touches. The hosts were worthy of the victory, though, and should have had more goals to show for it with Isak and Joelinton going close. The victory is their third against Arsenal in the last four matches and a huge one in the context of their season. Isak’s timely return to the scoresheet is a welcome boost for Newcastle, and he will be hoping to continue his run of form against Nottingham Forest next Sunday. Newcastle report | Arsenal report Match officials Referee:  John Brooks.  Assistants:  Simon Bennett, Dan Robathan.  Fourth official:  Darren Bond.  VAR:  Jarred Gillett.  Assistant VAR:  Darren Cann. Referee: John Brooks Fourth Official: Darren Bond VAR: Jarred Gillett Assistant VAR: Darren Cann Match related content will appear here Played 59 Draws

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