Newcastle United on TV: How can I watch Premier League clash v Arsenal? What time is kick-off? Who's the referee?

Newcastle United travel to Arsenal in the Premier League on Monday evening hoping to end a run of eight matches without a victory.
Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal scores their team's first goal during the FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Newcastle United. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal scores their team's first goal during the FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Newcastle United. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal scores their team's first goal during the FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Newcastle United. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

The Magpies last tasted victory on December 12, picking up just two points from a possible 18 and exiting both cup competitions.

Steve Bruce is under significant pressure from United fans, so a positive result is most certainly required.

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How can you watch? What’s time kick-off? Here’s all you need to know:

When is kick-off?

Kick-off at the Emirates Stadium is at 8pm on Monday, January 18. The match will be played behind closed doors due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

How can I watch it?

You can watch the game live on Sky Sports Premier League and Main Event from 7pm.

What’s the latest team news?

Ryan Fraser will serve a one-match ban after his two yellow cards in the first half against Sheffield United last week.

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Jamaal Lascelles is being assessed as he continues to recover from the after effects of Covid-19.

Jamal Lewis and Jonjo Shelvey could also return from injury after missing Newcastle’s previous game.

Who is the referee?

The referee for Arsenal v Newcastle United is David Coote. He’ll be assisted by Marc Perry and Nick Hopton, plus fourth official Graham Scott.

Peter Bankes is on VAR duty at Stockley Park is Peter Bankes, who will be assisted by Sian Massey-Ellis.

What’s the latest betting odds?

The Gunners are clear favourites to win, with Sky Bet offering odds as low as 2/5.

Newcastle are 7/1 to claim three points, while you can get odds of 18/5 for a draw.