Frank Christian
On Sunday, Arsenal will host Newcastle United in what could be a pivotal match in the Premier League during their final home outing of the 2024/25 season.
While the Gunners are likely already positioned for next season’s UEFA Champions League, Newcastle must continue striving for a spot in the top five after their important 2-0 triumph against Chelsea last week.
A victory at Emirates Stadium would not only secure Newcastle’s Champions League aspirations but also elevate them above Arsenal in the rankings, potentially marking their highest finish since 1997.
Nonetheless, the Magpies face injury challenges, particularly in their defensive lineup. In contrast, Arsenal might see some players return from injury as they aim to provide their supporters a fitting farewell after an encouraging, if somewhat disappointing, season.
Arsenal vs. Newcastle United lineups, predicted starting 11, team news
Arsenal will miss Mikel Merino, who is suspended due to a red card received at Anfield. Arteta hopes Declan Rice can return from his injury, but if not, either Oleksandr Zinchenko or Ethan Nwaneri might step into a less familiar midfield role.
Kai Havertz could rejoin the squad if he successfully completes training, but long-term injuries keep Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel, and Takehiro Tomiyasu sidelined.
Leandro Trossard is set for late fitness tests regarding a hamstring issue, while there’s uncertainty surrounding Jurrien Timber after he missed Wednesday’s training session.
Arsenal predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — Calafiori, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly — Odegaard, Partey, Rice — Saka, Trossard, Martinelli
Injured: Timber (undisclosed, doubtful), Trossard (hamstring, doubtful), Rice (hip, doubtful), Jesus (knee), Gabriel (thigh), Tomiyasu (knee)
Suspended: Merino (red card)
As reported by the Telegraph, Newcastle is concerned that defender Sven Botman may miss the remainder of the season due to injury.
Eddie Howe is also likely to be without players such as Joelinton, Joe Willock, Kieran Trippier, Matt Targett, and Lewis Hall, which could lead to a makeshift team at the Emirates.
Newcastle’s recent 5-4-1 formation was successful against Chelsea, and they might rely on it again as they seek crucial points.
Newcastle predicted lineup (5-4-1, right to left): Pope (GK) — Murphy, Krafth, Schar, Burn, Livramento — Barnes, Guimaraes, Tonali, Gordon — Isak
Injured: Botman (knee), Hall (foot/ankle), Targett (hamstring), Trippier (lower leg), Willock (thigh), Joelinton (knee)
Suspended: None
Arsenal vs. Newcastle United live stream, TV channel
Here’s how you can watch the Premier League match in various regions:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | USA Network, Telemundo | Fubo, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, NBC Sports site/app |
| Canada | — | Fubo |
| UK | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League | Sky GO, Now TV |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | Star Sports Select 1 | Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema |
