Arsenal will look to confirm a top-five finish next Sunday when they host Newcastle at the Emirates. Although currently second in the table, the Gunners still need one more point to guarantee their place in the top five. Can Arteta’s team secure their first win of the season over the Magpies on Sunday? Our Arsenal vs Newcastle predictions guide previews this contest.
Their most recent meeting took place in the EFL Cup, where Newcastle beat Arsenal 4–0 on aggregate over two legs before going on to win the tournament. Can Arsenal respond with a strong performance at the Emirates?
| ℹ️ Tournament: | English Premier League season 2024-25, Matchday 37 |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Emirates Stadium, London, England |
| 🗓️ Date: | 18 May 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 15:30 GMT on Sunday |
Betting sites for EPL matches back the Gunners for a home victory at 1.90 (8/9) odds, while the Magpies are the underdog at 3.80 (11/4). Arsenal vs Newcastle odds for a draw are currently available at 3.70 (8/3).
Arsenal have won just one of their last five meetings with Newcastle across competitions, while the Magpies have triumphed four times.
Arsenal’s title hopes have faded in recent weeks following a poor run of form. The Gunners have managed just one win in their last five league matches, with three draws and one defeat. They have also not won in their previous three home games at the Emirates. A 3–1 loss to PSG in the Champions League ended their European campaign, marking another season without silverware under Mikel Arteta.
Their recent 2–2 draw at Anfield, though hard-fought, reflected the broader theme of their season: competitive, but ultimately falling short. While that result keeps them in the race for a Champions League spot, inconsistency continues to be an issue. Now, Arsenal must regroup and respond against a Newcastle United side that has gone unbeaten in three meetings with them this season.
Rice and Timber may return from injury after missing the trip to Anfield, while Trossard limped off against Liverpool. However, Jesus, Magalhaes, Tomiyasu, and Havertz remain sidelined with long-term issues, while Merino will serve his red card suspension.
Newcastle has surged back into the top-five race, sitting third with two games remaining. A pivotal 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge boosted their Champions League hopes. Despite recent away struggles with just two wins in six, a UCL qualifying spot is still within reach. Those away victories came against struggling teams like Leicester and West Ham.
Their losses came against top-half opponents, highlighting inconsistency. However, facing Arsenal now could be ideal, as they’ve beaten the Gunners three times this season without conceding a goal.
Joelinton and Lascelles are likely to sit out this upcoming clash. Meanwhile, Hall and Targett have been ruled out for the remainder of the season.
Here are our Arsenal vs Newcastle betting predictions:
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Arsenal recorded their 14th league draw at Anfield last Sunday, second only to Everton this season. They’ve drawn four of their previous six matches, underlining recent attacking inefficiencies. Newcastle’s away form has also dipped, with just two wins from six road games. Notably, they haven’t won an EPL match at the Emirates since 2010. With a UCL qualifying spot on the line, we expect Arsenal to hold on for another hard-fought draw on Sunday, while the guests can also be happy with one point claimed.
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An all-out attacking affair is expected as Arsenal and Newcastle fight for a UCL spot. With this being the season’s penultimate match, both sides will likely prioritize attack over caution. Six of Arsenal’s last seven games saw both teams score, reflecting offensive threat and defensive lapses. Similarly, Newcastle’s previous two away matches ended with goals at both ends. Given these trends, Sunday’s encounter should again produce goals from both teams. This selection is one among numerous options for betting on soccer this weekend.
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Alexander Isak has been crucial to Newcastle’s attack this season, contributing 23 goals in 33 league matches. He’s the Premier League’s second-highest scorer behind Mohamed Salah this season. The Swedish striker scored in the reverse fixture and tormented Arsenal’s defense in the EFL Cup semi-final. With two goals in his last three appearances against the Gunners, Isak remains a serious threat to score again this weekend at the Emirates.
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With Arsenal battling for a top-two finish, we expect them to keep the Magpies at a stalemate at the Emirates. Feel free to use our Arsenal vs Newcastle betting tips to bet on the game and win extra cash.
