Mikel Arteta's Arsenal secured second place in the Premier League for the third consecutive season, signaling improvement despite a lack of silverware. The team's notable achievement contrasts with Newcastle's mixed fortunes, where they strive for Champions League qualification while dealing with injury woes to key players like Alexander Isak. Arsenal's victory against Newcastle highlighted their resilience, especially in light of their previous struggles against the team. The match served as a moment of reflection on both teams' performances and aspirations during a challenging season.
After another campaign that will end without silverware, Mikel Arteta will be thankful for small mercies. Sealing second place in the Premier League for a third successive season is not exactly the scenario that the Arsenal manager would have envisaged for his side's last home match of the season when they kicked off against Wolves back in August.
Howe admitted frustration that some of his star players have been linked with moves away in the summer despite their undoubted progress this season. But the absence of Isak meant Callum Wilson led the line, as Newcastle stuck to the back three that served them well against Chelsea last weekend.
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