Newcastle United vs Arsenal 5-0.Yes, that’s how things stand this season, as the Magpies have won every one of their three encounters, two in the Premier League and one in the EFL Cup (last night). Moreover, they scored five goals altogether without conceding a single one (1-0, 2-0, 2-0).This achievement stands out, and the man behind it is Newcastle’s boss Eddie Howe. He has definitely become Mikel Arteta’s kryptonite by completely dismantling the Spaniards’ game plan.Magpies’ flight to the final can’t be stopped! Sorry Arsenal, Newcastle have a trophy to win!The Gunners, known for their attacking style and ability to create countless promising chances, found themselves stranded on the shore at St. James’ Park on Tuesday night. The same happened on two previous occasions when the sides met in the EPL.On the other hand, the North Londoners are incapable of stopping impeccable Alexander Isak, who ran riots again last night against Arsenal defensive duo Gabriel and Saliba. Isak’s game is definitely something Arteta’s squad lacks – a genuine striker, number nine, lethal inside the area and dominant outside of it thanks to his speed and football skills.5 – This is the fifth time Arsenal have lost to Eddie Howe’s Newcastle in all competitions under Mikel Arteta; only Pep Guardiola (9) and Jürgen Klopp (6) have beaten the Spaniard more in his time in charge of the Gunners. Thorn. pic.twitter.com/F1igKE04OX— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) February 5, 2025 Gary Neville said he had “never seen Saliba so ruffled” during his co-commentary on Sky Sports, while Alan Shearer used the opportunity for banter on social media with the former Arsenal striker Ian Wright.One thing is for sure: Eddie (Howe) knows how to play against Arsenal. But he needs to make one more step – and clinch Newcastle’s first domestic trophy after 1955.EFL CUPSemifinalWednesdayNewcastle – Arsenal 2-0 (1-0)/Murphy 19, Gordon 52/Thursday 23:00 (1.25) Liverpool (6.50) Tottenham (10.0)***odds are subject to change***
