Arsenal 3-2 Newcastle: Goals and Highlights
Arsenal won 3-2 against Newcastle United in a pre-season friendly at the Singapore National Stadium as part of the Arsenal Asia Tour. This match had it all – goals, an own goal, and a standout performance from a young star.
Newcastle Goal
The game started with Newcastle taking the lead in the 6th minute. Sandro Tonali played a one-two with Kieran Trippier on the right and delivered a perfect cutback for Anthony Elanga. The Swedish forward scuffed his shot, but it bounced off his left foot and deceived David Raya and went in off the post, 0-1. Arsenal were shell-shocked and struggled to respond.
Arsenal Equalises
Arsenal hit back with two goals in quick succession to turn the game around. In the 33rd minute, Leandro Trossard played a pass to Kai Havertz, who backheeled the ball to Mikel Merino. The former Newcastle midfielder slotted a left-footed shot into the bottom corner, 1-1. Two minutes later, in the 35th minute, Havertz played a low cross to the back post for Bukayo Saka. Alex Murphy, under no pressure, smashed the ball into his net, 2-1 at halftime.
Newcastle Second Goal
The second half saw Newcastle equalise in the 58th minute. Jacob Murphy picked up a loose ball on the right side of Arsenal’s box. Despite bodies around him, he squeezed a low left-footed shot through the crowd, and Raya was caught off guard, and it went in at the near post, 2-2. The goal showed Newcastle’s spirit and set up a nervy last 30 minutes.
Arsenal’s Winner
The turning point came in the 84th minute thanks to 15-year-old wonderkid Max Dowman. On for Saka, Dowman was a whirlwind of energy and pace, forcing saves from Newcastle’s goalkeepers Nick Pope and John Ruddy. His run into the box drew a foul from Joelinton, a penalty. Captain Martin Ødegaard stepped up and fired a left-footed shot into the side of the net despite Ruddy’s dive, 3-2 to Arsenal.
Arsenal 3-2 Newcastle: Standout Performances
Max Dowman was the star of the show, man of the match for his game-changing cameo. Viktor Gyökeres was unveiled before kick-off, and the new signing was a bonus for the fans. Arsenal showed some grit coming from behind to win back-to-back pre-season games. Newcastle, despite the loss, showed some attacking promise with Elanga and Murphy shining.
What’s Next
Arsenal travel to Hong Kong to face Tottenham, while Newcastle head to South Korea to play a K-League XI.
Arsenal 3-2 Newcastle: Goals and Highlights
