Arsenal F.C. vs Newcastle United F.C. Timeline: Head-to-Head History

Arsenal have dominated Newcastle United across 199 competitive meetings, winning 88 times while conceding just 72 defeats. The Gunners’ latest victory—a 1-0 Premier League win on April 25, 2026—extended their remarkable unbeaten run at the Emirates and reasserted their title credentials against a rival they have consistently outperformed for over a century.

Total Matches: 199 · Arsenal Wins: 88 · Newcastle Wins: 72 · Arsenal Goals: 88 · Recent Score: Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle (Apr 25, 2026)

The following table summarizes key head-to-head metrics across all competitive meetings between the clubs.

Who won between Arsenal and Newcastle today?

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Newcastle United in the most recent Premier League meeting on April 25, 2026, with Eberechi Eze finding the net in the 9th minute (Sky Sports). Eze’s strike came from a right-footed shot outside the box, curling into the top left corner and assisted by Kai Havertz following a corner kick (AS). The win lifted Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League table, moving three points clear of Manchester City after their losses to Bournemouth and Manchester City earlier that week (ESPN).

Match score and key moments

The Emirates Stadium clash saw Arsenal dominate despite Newcastle holding 55% possession. Arsenal registered 11 total shots with 4 on target, generating an xG of 1.35, while Newcastle managed 13 shots and 3 on target with an xG of 1.36 (FootyStats). Both Eze and Havertz experienced injury scares during the match, with Eze substituted after going down off the ball (Sky Sports). The result marked Arsenal’s first double over Newcastle since the 2020-21 season (Sports Mole).

Final score details

The 1-0 scoreline was narrow, but the underlying statistics painted a closer picture than the final result suggested. Arsenal’s clinical finishing—converting their 4th-minute opportunity into a goal—proved the difference against a Newcastle side that created 2 big chances but failed to convert (FotMob). As of recent fixtures, Arsenal sit 1st in the Premier League while Newcastle occupy 14th position (Sofascore).

Arsenal vs Newcastle head-to-head history

The Arsenal-Newcastle rivalry stretches back over 130 years, with the first competitive meeting ending in a 2-2 Division Two draw in 1893 (Sports Mole). In the 199 total meetings recorded, Arsenal have won 88 times, Newcastle 72 times, with 39 draws splitting the record (Sports Mole). The Gunners’ 16-win advantage translates to a 44% overall win rate across all competitions.

Overall record

When examining the Premier League era from 1996 onward, Arsenal’s dominance becomes even more pronounced. In 64 games since 1996, Arsenal have won 41 matches, scored 109 goals, and lost only 12, with 11 draws (AiScore). The Gunners average 1.7 points per game in this span compared to Newcastle’s 0.7 (AiScore). At home specifically, Arsenal have won 13 straight Premier League games versus Newcastle before their current unbeaten streak, losing only once since a 1-0 defeat in November 2010 (Sports Mole).

Recent encounters

The last 38 meetings tell a similar story: Arsenal won 27 (71%), Newcastle 7 (18%), with just 4 draws (11%). Arsenal scored 72 goals while Newcastle managed 28 in that period (FootyStats). In the most recent five head-to-head matches, Arsenal have won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.0 conceded (AiScore).

How to watch Newcastle vs Arsenal today?

For UK viewers, Arsenal and Newcastle Premier League matches are typically broadcast on Sky Sports, with some games also available on TNT Sports through their respective packages. Live streaming options include Sky Go for subscribers and NOW TV for those purchasing day or month passes without long-term contracts.

TV channels

Sky Sports holds the primary broadcast rights for Premier League matches featuring Arsenal or Newcastle, with fixtures typically split across their Premier League, Main Event, and Football channels. For larger fixtures between the two clubs, Sky Sports often designates the match as a “Super Sunday” or prime-time slot, maximizing viewer access for existing subscribers.

Live streams

Beyond traditional TV, viewers can access matches through Now TV passes, which allow flexible purchasing without annual commitments. Amazon Prime Video also occasionally secures midweek Premier League rights, potentially offering Arsenal-Newcastle fixtures through Prime subscriptions already held by many households. Always verify with official broadcasters closer to match dates, as rights arrangements shift seasonally.

Arsenal vs Newcastle last 10 results

The last decade of Arsenal-Newcastle fixtures reveals a consistent pattern of Gunners dominance with notable Newcastle exceptions. Here is the breakdown from most recent to earliest, drawing from comprehensive match records (Sports Mole):

The match results below illustrate how Arsenal have controlled this rivalry in recent seasons, with Newcastle’s victories tending to come in cup competitions rather than league encounters.

Recent match outcomes

Newcastle have not won at the Emirates in 14 consecutive Premier League away visits, a streak dating back to their 1-0 victory in November 2010 (Sports Mole). However, Newcastle’s EFL Cup success in early 2025—when they beat Arsenal 4-2 on aggregate across two legs—proved they can compete on neutral ground or at St James’ Park. The November 2023 Anthony Gordon goal that gave Newcastle a 1-0 win sparked Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to call it “an embarrassment” and “a disgrace,” highlighting the rivalry’s intensity (Sports Mole).

Goal tallies

Across the last 10 results, Arsenal have scored 15 goals while conceding 6, averaging 1.5 goals per match. Newcastle’s 5 goals across the same span average 0.5 per game. The most high-scoring encounter in recent years remains the February 2024 4-1 Arsenal victory, while the EFL Cup semi-final aggregate saw 6 total goals across two legs.

Arsenal vs Newcastle lineups and stats

The most recent Arsenal starting XI against Newcastle featured Ben White in the starting lineup with Bukayo Saka on the bench—a selection that reflected squad rotation priorities and fitness management (Arsenal.com). Eberechi Eze and Kai Havertz delivered the decisive contributions, with Eze scoring and Havertz assisting from a corner.

Team news

Arsenal have dealt with recurring injury concerns this season, particularly in midfield and attack. The April 25, 2026 match saw both Eze and Havertz require medical attention, though both ultimately continued. Saka’s bench role indicated careful management of a key asset ahead of the run-in. Newcastle’s squad depth has been tested across a demanding season, with rotation in the EFL Cup semi-finals suggesting squad depth as a strategic asset rather than a weakness.

Key player performances

Eberechi Eze’s 9th-minute strike marked his fourth Premier League goal of the season and demonstrated his growing importance to Arsenal’s attacking rotation. The 25-year-old’s positioning, right-footed technique, and composure from outside the box highlighted his development into a match-winning option. Kai Havertz’s assist—the second consecutive game he set up a goal—reinforced his evolving role as a creative fulcrum rather than just a pressing forward.

What experts are saying

Mikel Arteta (Arsenal Manager)

“The Anthony Gordon goal was an embarrassment and a disgrace. I have seen the goal a thousand times and I cannot understand how this is a goal. It is incredible. I am ashamed. It is embarrassing. I feel embarrassed for my football club and the fans.”

Nick Wright (Sky Sports Reporter)

“Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle United: Gunners go three points clear of Man City with nervy win that showed character and belief.”

Arteta’s explosive reaction to the 2023 defeat captured the emotional stakes that define this fixture. The incident became a reference point for Arsenal’s resilience—they responded with a 4-1 thrashing just months later, then completed a league double in 2025-26. For Sky Sports, the April 2026 result was framed primarily through its Premier League title implications, with Arsenal’s return to the summit overshadowing the individual match narrative.

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Arsenal’s historical edge of 88 wins in 199 meetings shone through in their latest 1-0 home victory, whose recent match lineups detail the decisive team selections.

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