Newcastle United Ends Five-Game Win Drought

Newcastle United secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Arsenal at St James' Park, ending a five-match winless streak and moving them back into the top half of the Premier League. Alexander Isak scored the only goal of the match in the 12th minute, capitalizing on a cross from Anthony Gordon. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed frustration over his team's inability to maintain control and their tendency to be drawn into Newcastle's style of play, noting a lack of purpose and threat once they fell behind. In response, Newcastle's coach Eddie Howe dismissed Arteta's comments as 'irrelevant', emphasizing his focus on his own team's performance rather than external opinions. The win marks Newcastle's third victory in four encounters against Arsenal at home, showcasing their defensive resilience and organizational strength. Meanwhile, Arsenal now finds itself seven points adrift of league leaders Liverpool, with concerns about their recent form intensifying.