This Sunday, Newcastle United will face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, aiming to bounce back from their recent 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth. The Magpies will be eager to secure a crucial three points on the road.
Manager Eddie Howe is expected to set up in a 3-5-2 formation, making several adjustments to his starting eleven. Notable inclusions could be Bruno Guimaraes, Nick Woltemade, and Dan Burn.
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Predicted Newcastle United Lineup in 3-5-2 Formation Against Arsenal
Defence
Aaron Ramsdale will start in goal for the Gunners after facing pressure in his last match. Howe’s back three will feature Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, and Dan Burn, who aim to thwart Arsenal’s attacking threats throughout the match.
Alex Murphy will be available as defensive cover on the bench, while Tino Livramento remains a doubt for this fixture.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – APRIL 18: Newcastle United player Nick Woltemade in action during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Bournemouth at St James’ Park on April 18, 2026. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
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Midfield
Lewis Miley, Sandro Tonali, and Bruno Guimaraes will form the midfield trio for Newcastle, aiming to assert control in the heart of the pitch.
Lewis Hall is expected to perform well as the left-side wide player, while Kieran Trippier aims to shine on the right. Both players will need to make overlapping runs to create width.
Joe Willock and Jacob Murphy will start on the bench, ready to make an impact in the later stages if needed.
Attack
Leading the attack for Newcastle will be Nick Woltemade and William Osuala. They will need to work together effectively to challenge Arsenal’s defense on the counterattack.
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Yoane Wissa will be on the bench but could come on to impact the game in the final stages if the Magpies are seeking a goal. Meanwhile, Anthony Gordon is also facing a race against time to be fit for the match.