Arsenal struggle in 2-0 loss to Newcastle: Player ratings and match analysis

Arsenal put in a subpar performance as they lost 2-0 to Newcastle at St James’ Park, ending their League Cup campaign in the semi-finals. The Gunners needed an early goal to overturn their first leg deficit, but instead found themselves further behind after Jacob Murphy scored in the first half. Anthony Gordon added a second after the break to seal Newcastle’s place in the final.

Key points from the match:

• William Saliba struggled to contain Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon
• Martin Odegaard hit the post with Arsenal’s best chance
• Gabriel Martinelli limped off injured before halftime
• Young midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly was one of Arsenal’s few bright spots

Player ratings (out of 10):

• David Raya – 5
• Jurrien Timber – 6
• William Saliba – 4
• Gabriel Magalhaes – 6
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7
• Martin Odegaard – 6
• Thomas Partey – 6
• Declan Rice – 6
• Gabriel Martinelli – 5
• Kai Havertz – 4
• Leandro Trossard – 5

Arsenal lacked creativity and struggled to break down Newcastle’s defense throughout the match. The Gunners will need to regroup quickly as they look to maintain their Premier League title challenge in the coming weeks.