Alexander Isak broke the deadlock with a superb header, which proved enough for the Magpies to secure all three points.
Reflecting on the game, Arteta noted that Arsenal’s attacks lacked the final quality needed to trouble Nick Pope in Newcastle’s goal.
“We are obviously very frustrated and disappointed with the result,” Arteta said post-match. “I think we started the game really well, we were on top of it, and then in one action, we found ourselves 1-0 down after a brilliant cross and finish.”
Arteta acknowledged that Arsenal’s initial momentum faltered following Newcastle’s goal. “I think the energy and momentum changed. We got dragged too much into the game they wanted to play and weren’t good enough or consistent enough to get out of that. You look at the chances, possession, and dominance, and there’s no difference between the teams.”
The manager was clear that Arsenal had to be more clinical in these situations. “The reality is, when we had the chances, we didn’t score, and we didn’t create enough threat consistently against an opposition that does very well at what it does.
