And Liam Kennedy has picked out the top player performances on the night with Martin Dubravka, Callum Wilson, Matt Ritchie and Joe Willock putting top class shows for the Magpies, who recorded a result that looks to have all but secured their Premier League status for next season with the gap to third bottom now 12 points.
9. Miguel Almiron - 6
A bit backwards and sideways when he has received the ball. Ultimately he’s just playing too deep in this system. Photo: Michael Regan
10. Allan Saint-Maximin - 6
Some early bursts and spark but faded. Should have scored in the opening 45. A very quiet second. Photo: Pool
11. Callum Wilson - 9
Two more goals to add to his tally. Twelve for the season. Quiet against Arsenal but looked bang up for this one from minute one. Photo: Michael Regan
12. Sean Longstaff - 6
(for Willock 77) Did his defensive work and added vital legs in the closing stages as United weathered a substantial storm. Photo: Stu Forster