Newcastle vs Arsenal: 3 things to look out for

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 16: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal battles for possession with Emil Krafth of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on May 16, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 16: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal battles for possession with Emil Krafth of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on May 16, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) /
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3 differences to between Arsenal Newcastle this year and last
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 16: Michael Olise of Arsenal battles for possession with Emil Krafth of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on May 16, 2022, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) /

2. Will Arsenal be removed from mental scars?

In the corresponding fixture last season, the Gunners entered knowing a win would nearly guarantee a top-four spot, and a loss would all but end that dream.

Arsenal was played off the park in what was a disappointing display. Will the mental scars remain for this team as they return to where it all went south last season?

We have seen the mental fortitude of this Arsenal side before, but this will be its biggest test…and one it must pass.

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