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Arsenal edge back on top in title race after Eze stunner sees off Newcastle
It has come down to a straight shootout, similar to five rounds of penalties, the equation plain yet loaded with complications. Score or miss. With Manchester City otherwise engaged in an FA Cup semi-final, it was Arsenal who took first.
TL;DR
- Arsenal defeated Newcastle 1-0 with a goal from Eberechi Eze.
- The win allowed Arsenal to return to the top of the league standings.
- Arsenal played a tactical short corner routine for their goal.
- Newcastle had chances, including a late opportunity missed by Yoane Wissa.
- Arsenal faced injury concerns with Kai Havertz and Eberechi Eze being substituted.
- Mikel Arteta expressed dissatisfaction with refereeing decisions, particularly a challenge by Nick Pope.