Arsenal 0-1 Newcastle: Player Ratings

Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United at St James’ Park, with Alexander Isak’s early header from Anthony Gordon’s cross in the 12th minute proving to be the decisive moment of the match. This defeat leaves Arsenal with some work to do if they want to stay in the title race.

Here’s our Player Ratings:

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David Raya (GK): 5/10 – Made some decent saves but couldn’t prevent Isak’s goal.

Thomas Partey (RB): 6/10 – Improved as the game went on, particularly after being moved to midfield.

William Saliba (DF): 5/10 – Competed well but was beaten in the air for the goal.

Gabriel (DF): 5/10 – Solid performance but couldn’t prevent Isak’s goal.

Jurrien Timber (DF): 6/10 – Played well but couldn’t make a significant impact.

Declan Rice (MF): 6/10 – Defensively solid but lacked creativity.

Mikel Merino (MF): 6.5/10 – Struggled to influence the game.

Leandro Trossard (FW): 3/10 – Off the pace and unable to create chances.

Bukayo Saka (FW): 6.5/10 – Arsenal’s brightest spark but couldn’t find a goal.

Kai Havertz (FW): 4/10 – Quiet game with little impact.

Gabriel Martinelli (FW): 4/10 – Involved but couldn’t convert.

SUBSTITUTIONS –

Oleksandr Zinchenko (LB): 5/10 – did not offer Arsenal with the needed level of possession security, which was highly inefficient.

Ethan Nwaneri improved Arsenal’s offensive with the formation shift. However, with only one meaningful shot at goal, there were little chances created.

Ben White: Came on too late to receive a rating. n/a.

Gabriel Jesus: Came on too late for rating. n/a.

Jorginho: came on too late for a rating. n/a.

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