Arsenal (5-1-3) travel to face off against Newcastle United (3-3-3) on Saturday, November 2nd. This match will be played at St James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne. Arsenal is coming off a draw while Newcastle United is coming off a loss. The match is scheduled for 8:30 AM ET.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United

Arsenal Is Coming Off A Draw

Arsenal hosted Liverpool FC in their last match, with the final score ending in a 2-2 draw. This match finished just above the over/under line of 2.5 goals. Heading into the match, Arsenal was +128 on the money line.

Two Arsenal players found the net, with Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino each scoring on one of their two shot attempts. As a club, Arsenal took nine shots, three of which were on target. They also had just one corner kick.

On the defensive end, Arsenal allowed a total of four shots on goal, with David Raya making two saves. Liverpool’s attack had three corners during the match. In terms of interceptions, the Arsenal defense finished with 10.

Through nine matches, Arsenal sits in 3rd place in the EPL, just behind Aston Villa. Overall, they have a record of 5-1-3, including a 2-1-1 mark on the road. Over their last three matches, they have gone 1-1-1, including a draw against 2nd-ranked Liverpool. Following this match, they will take on Chelsea on the road.

Newcastle United Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Newcastle United will be looking to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Chelsea. This came on the road, and they were a heavy underdog, with money line odds of +310. The three combined goals were just short of the over/under goal line of 3.5 goals.

Alexander Isak was the main source of offense for Newcastle United, scoring on one of his two shots on goal and three total shot attempts. The rest of the club finished without a goal on their four corner opportunities.

Nick Pope and the Newcastle United defense will have to tighten up after allowing two goals on Chelsea’s seven shots on goal. Overall, Pope made five saves. The club’s defense blocked three shots but intercepted just six passes.

Heading into their match against Arsenal, Newcastle United is looking to snap a two-match losing streak. Overall, they are 3-3-3, putting them in 12th place in the EPL. Their record at home is 2-1-1, while on the road, they are 1-2-2. In their last three matches, they have gone 0-2-1. Following this match, they will take on Nottingham Forest FC on November 10th.

Arsenal Offense Breakdown

Through the first 10 matches of the season, Arsenal is averaging 1.8 goals per match, which is 5th in the EPL. They are also 6th in shots on goal and 5th in corners. In 66.7% of their matches, they have had fewer corners than their opponents. Arsenal’s leading scorer is Kai Havertz, who is 11th in the EPL with four goals. Bukayo Saka is the top assist man in the EPL with seven, and he is also 2nd on the club in goals scored.

Newcastle United Offense Breakdown

Harvey Barnes has been the top scorer for Newcastle United this season, finding the back of the net three times, which is 15th in the EPL. Anthony Gordon has also been a key contributor, leading the club in shots on goal and ranking 36th in the league in goals scored. Overall, Newcastle is 16th in the EPL in goals per match and shots on goal per match. They have had fewer corners than their opponents in 55.6% of their matches, which is 6th in the league. Their passing percentage is 14th in the EPL at 82.3%.

Arsenal Defense Breakdown

Heading into their match against Newcastle United, Arsenal’s defense is currently 4th in the EPL, allowing just 1.1 goals per match. However, they are coming off a match against Liverpool where they gave up two goals. Overall, they have given up two goals in three of their last five matches. Keeper David Raya is 4th in the EPL with three clean sheets, and he is 5th in saves. On the season, Arsenal is 9th in blocked shots and 16th in interceptions.

Newcastle United Defense Breakdown

When it comes to goals allowed, Newcastle United has been one of the better teams in the EPL this season, as they are currently 5th in the league, giving up just 1.1 goals per match. However, they have given up at least one goal in five of their last seven matches. This includes giving up two goals to Chelsea FC, who is currently 2nd in the league in scoring. Overall, they have been solid against the top-10 scoring offenses, as they have given up just five goals in seven matches. Keeper Nick Pope is 6th in the league with two clean sheets, and he is 4th in the league with 35 saves.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United Prediction

Given that both Newcastle United and Arsenal are in the top five in fewest goals allowed, we have this EPL matchup between Arsenal and Newcastle United finishing in a 1-1 draw, which is listed at +260. Our projections are giving Raheem Sterling the best chance to score a goal for Arsenal, while Alexander Isak is the top projected goal scorer for Newcastle United.

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