Arsenal edged Newcastle 1‑0 on Saturday night, courtesy of an early strike from Eberechi Eze that reclaimed the league summit. The victory puts the Gunners three points clear of Manchester City, who had overtaken them after beating Burnley. Gary Neville, on his podcast, warned that the side will need a wheelbarrow to push past the finishing line in the title chase.

Despite the clean sheet, Neville criticised Arsenal’s lack of creativity, noting they recycled possession around the box without threatening open‑play chances. He praised their defensive organisation and set‑piece ingenuity, especially the short‑corner routine that produced Eze’s winner. Still, the former defender stressed the need for more goals if the Gunners hope to outpace City’s firepower and risk dropping points.

Arsenal now face four league tests before the season ends and a Champions League semi‑final first leg against Atletico Madrid. Neville insists Arteta cannot favour one competition; the team must retain defensive solidity while unlocking freer attacking play. With only four league matches left, the Gunners must win each to keep their title aspirations alive; any slip could hand the lead back to City.