NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 16: Michael Olise of Arsenal battles for possession with Emil Krafth of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on May 16, 2022, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
2. Will Arsenal be removed from mental scars?
In the corresponding fixture last season, the Gunners entered knowing a win would nearly guarantee a top-four spot, and a loss would all but end that dream.
Arsenal was played off the park in what was a disappointing display. Will the mental scars remain for this team as they return to where it all went south last season?
We have seen the mental fortitude of this Arsenal side before, but this will be its biggest test…and one it must pass.
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<p>Starting just your second league game at St. James’ Park is a daunting prospect, but Kiwior will take it in his stride.</p>
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<p class="wp-caption-text" style="width:2560px;">NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 16: Michael Olise of Arsenal battles for possession with Emil Krafth of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on May 16, 2022, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)</p>
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<h2>2. Will Arsenal be removed from mental scars?</h2>
<p>In the corresponding fixture last season, the Gunners entered knowing a win would nearly guarantee a top-four spot, and a loss would all but end that dream.</p>
<p>Arsenal was played off the park in what was a disappointing display. Will the mental scars remain for this team as they return to where it all went south last season?</p>
<p>We have seen the mental fortitude of this Arsenal side before, but this will be its biggest test…and one it must pass.</p>
<p>Continued on the next slide…</p>
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<h2>3. Can Arsenal keep pressure on City?</h2>
<p>Pep Guardiola’s side are now four points clear at the summit and Arsenal must do everything possible to take the title race down to the wire.</p>
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<p>Some say the title race is over, but Arsenal needs to keep pushing and make City earn it by winning out. Should the Gunners not win against Newcastle, then the title really is out of reach.</p><!—pageview_candidate—>">
