Newcastle United beat Arsenal 1-0 at St James’ Park in the Premier League - here are the ratings from the match.
Eddie Howe made three changes to the side that beat Chelsea 2-0 in the Carabao Cup with Bruno Guimaraes, Tino Livramento and Dan Burn coming in for Sandro Tonali, Emil Krafth and Lloyd Kelly. It was a third start in six days for Alexander Isak and the striker scored for the third game running as he headed the ball in from Anthony Gordon’s cross to give Newcastle an early lead.
It was Isak’s 12th goal in his last 12 appearances at St James’ Park and his third in the Premier League this season, taking him level as Newcastle’s top league scorer alongside Harvey Barnes.
Arsenal posed a threat from set pieces but failed to really test Nick Pope in goal as Newcastle kept the away side at arm’s length until half-time as the sides went in at 1-0.
Joe Willock forced a save from David Raya in the Arsenal goal early in the second half and blazed a shot over the bar shortly afterwards.
Arsenal pushed to try and find an equaliser in the second half but Newcastle were able to hold out for all three points and end a run of five league matches without a win.
Here are the Newcastle United player ratings from the match...
5. Lewis Hall - 8
Made two important blocks to deny Arsenal from close range. Had to be alert up against Saka and put in an excellent challenge to stop Trossard down his side. Made the left back position his own this season and seems to be getting better by the week. | Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff - 9
Newcastle look more functional with Longstaff in the midfield. Showed great energy, moved the ball around well and won back possession in key areas. A simple but very effective display in which he didn't put a foot wrong. Man of the match. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes - 8
Made his presence felt in the middle of the park but just lacked that killer pass or shot when in dangerous positions. Put in a good defensive shift in the second half and masterful at winning free kicks when under pressure. | Getty Images
8. Joe Willock - 7
Drifted in and out of the game in the first half but showed good intent to drive forward. Started the second half well with a good interchange with Anthony Gordon that forced a smart save from David Raya, shot over shortly after. Booked. | AFP via Getty Images