In a stunning turn of events, Arsenal snatched a 2-1 victory from the jaws of defeat against Newcastle United in a dramatic Premier League clash at St. James’ Park on Sunday. The Gunners, who trailed for most of the match, scored twice in the final minutes to complete a remarkable comeback.
The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, heavily influenced by Video Assistant Referee (VAR) interventions. An early penalty awarded to Arsenal was overturned, while Newcastle was later denied a spot-kick for a handball appeal. A separate off-the-ball incident involving Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães and Newcastle’s Nick Wolternade was also reviewed but cleared without punishment.
With time running out, Arsenal’s pressure finally told in the 84th minute. Declan Rice delivered a precise cross into the box, where Mikel Merino rose to power a header into the net for the equalizer.
Just as the match seemed destined for a draw, Arsenal struck the decisive blow deep into stoppage time. Martin Ødegaard’s corner found defender Gabriel Magalhães, who scored with a clinical finish in the 96th minute to send the travelling fans into delirium. The moment was celebrated online by Arsenal legend Ian Wright, capturing the elation of the club’s supporters.
The result sees Arsenal climb to second place in the Premier League table with 15 points from their first six matches. Meanwhile, Newcastle United drops to eighth place with 10 points, left to rue a victory that slipped through their fingers in the dying moments.
