Arsenal vs Newcastle Preview: Premier League Clash at Emirates

Match Context
Arsenal host Newcastle at Emirates Stadium, London, on 25 April 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 34, with Arsenal starting the day 2nd on 70 points and Newcastle 14th on 42.

Arsenal Availability

Arsenal have one confirmed absentee and several fitness concerns.
Mikel Merino (Foot Injury) is sidelined.
R. Calafiori (Knock) is doubtful.
B. Saka (Injury) is doubtful.
J. Timber (Ankle Injury) is doubtful.

Saka’s status is significant given his attacking influence, while Timber’s creativity from deep is notable, having contributed 5 assists in league play and ranking among Arsenal’s leading providers.

Newcastle Availability

Newcastle travel with a lengthy absentee list.
A. Gordon (Hip Injury) is sidelined.
Joelinton (Yellow Cards) is sidelined.
E. Krafth (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
V. Livramento (Injury) is sidelined.
F. Schar (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.

Joelinton’s suspension removes a powerful midfield presence, while Gordon’s absence strips pace and direct threat from the flanks.

Impact Summary

From a pure attacking-output perspective, Arsenal retain their primary goal threat V. Gyökeres (12 league goals) and key creators L. Trossard and D. Rice (5 assists each), so their main offensive core remains available. Newcastle’s top scorer in this data set, Bruno Guimarães (9 goals, 4 assists), is available, but the loss of Gordon and Joelinton reduces both penetration and physicality in advanced areas, potentially tilting the attacking balance towards the home side.