Elanga and Odegaard Shine
Arsenal secured a dramatic 3–2 victory over Newcastle United in a high-octane preseason friendly at the Singapore National Stadium on July 27, 2025. The match featured standout performances from Anthony Elanga, who scored on his Newcastle debut, and Martin Ødegaard, whose late penalty sealed the win for the Gunners
Match Highlights: Goals, Drama, and Debuts
The game delivered five goals and plenty of excitement as both teams showcased their summer signings and tactical tweaks.
Scoring Summary
| Team | Scorer | Minute |
| Newcastle | Anthony Elanga | 6′ |
| Arsenal | Mikel Merino | 33′ |
| Arsenal | Alex Murphy (OG) | 35′ |
| Newcastle | Jacob Murphy | 58′ |
| Arsenal | Martin Ødegaard (PEN) | 84′ |
Elanga opened the scoring with a scuffed finish from a Sandro Tonali cross.
Merino equalized with a composed strike after a slick move involving Havertz and Trossard.
Murphy’s own goal gave Arsenal the lead moments later.
Jacob Murphy leveled the score with a long-range effort.
Ødegaard converted a penalty won by 15-year-old Max Dowman, who impressed off the bench
New Signings: Elanga Impresses, Gyokeres Watches On
⚫ Anthony Elanga (Newcastle)
- Signed from Nottingham Forest for £55 million
- Scored on his first start for the Magpies
- Showed pace, positioning, and composure in the box
Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal)
- Joined from Sporting CP for £63.5 million
- Scored 97 goals in 102 games for Sporting
- Present at the stadium but did not feature
- Expected to debut against Tottenham or in London friendlies
Match Stats
| Category | Arsenal | Newcastle |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 6 |
| Total Shots | 15 | 13 |
| Expected Goals | 1.52 | 1.10 |
Arsenal dominated key phases but Newcastle remained dangerous on the counter, with David Raya making crucial saves from Tonali and Guimarães.
Season Outlook: Arsenal Aim for Silverware
After finishing second last season, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are hungry for trophies. With Gyokeres, Zubimendi, Norgaard, Mosquera, Madueke, and Kepa joining the squad, the Gunners boast depth and quality across the pitch.
Arteta said of Gyokeres:
“Viktor has so many qualities. He brings a clinical edge and intelligent movement. We’re excited to start working with him.”
Upcoming Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Location |
| July 31 | Tottenham Hotspur | Kai Tak Stadium, HK |
| August 6 | Villarreal | Emirates Stadium |
| August 9 | Athletic Bilbao | Emirates Stadium |
Conclusion: Arsenal’s Winning Mentality on Display
Arsenal’s 3–2 win over Newcastle was more than a preseason result—it was a statement of intent. With Gyokeres waiting in the wings, and young talents like Dowman emerging, the Gunners are building a squad capable of ending their 21-year Premier League title drought.
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