Eddie Howe singled out Arsenal substitute Martin Odegaard for praise after the Gunners’ scored two late goals to beat Newcastle United at St James’ Park.

The Gunners looked set to suffer another defeat at St James’ Park after Nick Woltemade headed Newcastle in front in the first half.

But Arsenal returned to north London with not only one but all three points after scoring twice late on.

Mikel Merino came off the bench to equalise before Gabriel headed home a dramatic winner from Odegaard’s corner deep into injury-time.

‘Two really late goals here at home hurts,’ said Newcastle boss Howe. ‘We have to reflect and acknowledge that we weren’t at our best.

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‘There was not lack of effort but from a footballing side, it wasn’t quite there. That w

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