Arsenal picked up a vital three points in the English Premier League on Sunday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Newcastle United. The win was sealed by a brilliant strike from Declan Rice in the second half.
The Gunners didn’t look sharp in the first 45 minutes but managed to stay level thanks to some solid saves from goalkeeper David Raya.
Declan Rice gives Arsenal the edge
The breakthrough came in the 55th minute. Captain Martin Ødegaard delivered a smart pass to Declan Rice, who found the net with his first touch, giving Arsenal a 1-0 lead that they maintained until the final whistle.
Arsenal maintain pressure in title race
With this win, The Gunners moved up to 71 points and remain in second place in the Premier League table. Only Manchester City can challenge their position, sitting in sixth with 65 points but two games in hand.
Arsenal also hold a better goal difference, giving them an advantage as the season nears its end.
Newcastle eye top five finish
Newcastle United still have a chance to finish in the top five. They will host Everton in their final game and must win to stay in contention.
Other Premier League results
In other matches, Fulham beat Brentford 3-2, while Leicester City secured a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town.
