It’s still very early in the Premier League season, but Arsenal badly need to beat Newcastle when they visit St. James’ Park on Sunday (11:30 am ET), just to keep within touching distance of Liverpool in the title race.

WATCH — Newcastle vs Arsenal

Arsenal (2nd place - 10 points) rescued a stoppage-time draw against Manchester City last weekend but still fell two points further behind after the Reds extended their perfect start by beating Everton. Through five games, the Gunners have taken all nine points from three games against sides currently in the bottom half of the table and just one of a possible six against their top title rivals, Liverpool and Man City.

Fortunately for Mikel Arteta’s side, Newcastle (13th - 6 points) have just one win and three goals scored on the season. Ed

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