Nigerian sensation Eberechi Eze lit up the Emirates Stadium with a moment of pure brilliance, showcasing his individual quality with a mesmerizing strike that underlined his importance to the team. In a game where clear-cut chances were at a premium, Eze's goal was a timely reminder of his ability to produce magic when it matters most.

Despite the victory, there were concerns raised over Arsenal's overall performance, with the team once again struggling to assert dominance against a resilient Newcastle side. The Gunners lacked fluency and creativity in the final third, relying on moments of individual brilliance to secure the win. Mikel Arteta will be looking for improvements in the coming matches to maintain their title charge.

While the attacking play may have been underwhelming, Arsenal's defensive solidity proved to be a saving grace yet again. The backline, led by the ever-reliable Kieran Tierney and Gabriel Magalhães, stood firm against the Newcastle threat, ensuring that the Gunners kept another clean sheet and secured all three points.

Standout performances were few and far between in a game of limited opportunities, but key individuals like Eze, Tierney, and Granit Xhaka stood out for their contributions. The likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Nicolas Pepe will be hoping to rediscover their top form in the upcoming fixtures to provide the cutting edge in attack.