There were plenty of groans from the home supporters when it looked like their side were still shaking off the comforts of their winter break in Dubai as they demonstrated a lack of cohesion in the final third.Bukayo Saka curled narrowly wide, Pepe had a free-kick tipped over by Martin Dubravka and Shkodran Mustafi saw his hooked shot headed off the line by Joelinton.But Arsenal came out with renewed focus in the second half and scored twice before the hour mark to put the game to bed - Aubameyang powering in a header for his 15th league goal of the campaign from Pepe's hanging cross.And it was Pepe, the club's £72m record signing, who turned from provider to goalscorer following sublime work by Saka, who nutmegged Valentino Lazaro and provided the perfect cross for him to tuck home.Aubameyang could have further extended his tally for the season but his cross-come-shot landed on top of the crossbar.Just when it looked like the game was coming to a subdued close Arsenal scored twice more for a thumping win - Ozil's effort squirming through Dubravka's hands - following a move that involved 35 passes and all 11 players touching the ball - and Lacazette added gloss to the scoreline.Sheffield United in sixth-place will now be in their sights, as they aim to avoid finishing outside the top-six for the first time in 25 years, while they also remain in both the FA Cup and Europa League competitions.The appointment of Steve Bruce as Newcastle boss to replace the popular Rafael Benitez was not universally well-received by supporters but the ex-Manchester United defender has responded to critics with a decent debut campaign.The Tynesiders lie 12th in the table, seven points clear of the drop zone having been just one point outside the relegation place at this stage last term, but this heavy loss was a big setback for the visitors.Bruce's defensive plan with five-at-the-back did not work on this occasion as they were picked off by Arsenal's front-foot pressure and finishing in key moments.But it is at the other end of the pitch where they really struggle, they have scored just 24 times, with only Crystal Palace less prolific. Joseph Willock replaces Mesut Ãzil.Goal! They were playing very deep and compact so it was good for us to have me in the middle to give more space out wide. newspaper archive.Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal target Gabriel admits he is keen on Premier League moveArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal boss Arteta gives reason for Lacazette and Martinelli snubArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Liverpool warned winning Premier League title may stop Invincibles bidArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal hero trolls Tottenham on social media before Newcastle gameArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Aston Villa 2-3 Tottenham LIVE: Score, goals and latest updatesArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Aston Villa 2-2 Tottenham LIVE: Score, goals and latest updatesArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal target Gabriel admits he is keen on Premier League moveArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal news LIVE: Gunners plan for summer transfer on one conditionArsenal vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League score, team news and latest updates Arsenal make transfer phone call in pursuit of Villarreal star
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Steve Bruce also makes three changes from the goalless draw against Norwich before the winter break.Valentino Lazaro and Danny Rose, the two January signings, make their full debuts after coming on as substitutes against the Canaries.Elsewhere Sean Longstaff starts with DeAndre Yedlin, Matt Ritchie and Isaac Hayden missing out.Mikel Arteta makes three changes to the side that drew 0-0 with Burnley all those days ago.Well these are most unexpected so I'd better get on with it. Some have that in their make-up every day, even in training, but some need direction and a helping hand.
The Brazilian works hard for the team but he lacks goals and also touches inside the opposition penalty area - just three of his 47 came in the 18-yard box.One chance did fall to him in the first-half when he was unmarked eight yards out, but his flicked effort at the near post drifted off target.Full-back Lazaro, a recent loan signing from Inter Milan, impressed, winning the ball back three times and providing an outlet on the flank, while on the other side of the pitch Danny Rose made more passes (42) than any team-mate despite the constant jeers from the home fans for his Tottenham links.The lively Saint-Maximin was unlucky with his effort that struck the woodwork, while Sean Longstaff's deflected volley was pushed away by Bernd Leno. The Gunners had drawn 13 of their opening 25 league games - … Arsenal 4-0 Newcastle | Ceballos, Ozil & Xhaka Bossed The Midfield! Eddie Nketiah leading the line is a surprising one, I heard Mikel Arteta has been super impressed with him in training.Jason: Pathetic from Mikel Arteta.