Alexander Isak scored a stunning goal as Newcastle United smashed Arsenal 1-0 in the early Premier League kickoff, MySportDab reports.
It was an interesting game in which the away side won’t be keeping mute with the kind of goal they conceded made a huge difference.
The result after 90 minutes will be discussed as many felt the goal for the home side shouldn’t have happened.
Full Match Report
The game at Saint James Park was closely matched between both teams who had equal chances and control of things.
Arsenal are the side that had more dominance while they pushed very early seeking the advantage that they couldn’t make happen.
The game quickly hit a controversial turn after Newcastle United took the lead in the 12th minute through Alexander Isak’s goal which was assisted by Anthony Gordon.
The game became 1-0 but, the build-up to the goal which was something that could have been stopped by the away side.
The first half was filled with enough talking points after the goal which made sure Newcastle United stayed with a 1-0 lead against Arsenal.
Mikel Arteta was able to make some tactical changes to try and make sure his side pushed more in the remaining 45 minutes.
For Newcastle United, the plan was to hold play as long as possible knowing they had the lead and couldn’t go head-to-head with their opponent.
More opportunities continued coming with Arsenal playing getting frustrated and getting themselves on the referee book for challenges made.
Declan Rice had a close opportunity before the end of the second half which couldn’t be put to good use for his side.
It came to an end with Newcastle United being able to maintain their lead which saw them beat Arsenal 1-0 to claim all three points after 90 minutes.
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