Noni Madueke sends one-word reaction after Gabriel Magalhaes Arsenal heroics
Gabriel’s late winner at Newcastle could prove vital come the end of the season, as Arsenal picked up a huge three points at St James’ Park.
Arsenal have had a torrid recent record at Newcastle, and Nick Woltemade’s first-half header looked to be consigning the Gunners to another defeat.
However, substitute Mikel Merino and Gabriel both headed home late on in the contest as Arsenal capitalised on Liverpool’s defeat at Crystal Palace.
The victory came despite Arsenal being denied a penalty at Newcastle early in the match, which Mikel Arteta believed should have been awarded.
Noni Madueke reacts to Gabriel’s winner vs Newcastle
The injured Madueke was watching the match from home, and sent out a celebratory message to teammate Gabriel at the final whistle.
Posting on Instagram [28 September], Madueke called Gabriel a “monster,” with a picture of the defender celebrating at the final whistle.
Madueke is set to miss weeks for Arsenal on the sidelines after making an early positive impression in north London.
Gunners show strength in depth with Newcastle win
With Madueke out, Arteta brought back the fit again Bukayo Saka to occupy the right flank.
Arteta’s substitutions also changed the game, with William Saliba replacing Cristian Mosquera at half-time being a key moment.
| Possession | 64% |
| Expected Goals | 2.05 |
| Total Shots | 20 |
| Big Chances | 3 |
The Gunners boss was also able to make attacking changes, with Merino coming on for defender Riccardo Calafiori and the attack-minded Martin Odegaard replacing Martin Zubimendi.
Arsenal dominated the second half in all statistics, with Newcastle penned back and unable to register a shot on target.
It was a match that proved Arsenal’s title credentials.