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Newcastle 0-2 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners keep title dream alive

By James Cormack

NEWCASTLE, ENGLAND - MAY 7: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 0-1 during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 7, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
NEWCASTLE, ENGLAND - MAY 7: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 0-1 during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 7, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. /
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The excellent Martin Odegaard gave Arsenal the lead. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
The excellent Martin Odegaard gave Arsenal the lead. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) /

Midfielders

Jorginho (DM) – 8.5/10 – There were some concerns about Jorginho’s inclusions, but the Italian quelled any fears after the Gunners took the lead. He played a key role in his side establishing control in a hostile environment.

Granit Xhaka (CM) – 8.5/10 – Arteta’s warrior produced a mammoth display. His physicality was required against a robust Newcastle midfield, and he took advantage of Joelinton’s errant pressing to set Arsenal on their way in possession on occasions. Made a couple of huge defensive interventions.

Martin Odegaard (CM) – 9/10 – Those first 45 minutes were arguably the best Odegaard has produced in an Arsenal shirt. Nothing short of magical in possession, and absolutely relentless without it.

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