Arsenal player ratings vs Newcastle as Odegaard shines, Havertz superb and Saka sets record
David Raya: Some early giveaways and a slightly delayed release of possession that had home fans' hearts racing. Recovered well though and swept superbly. Might even have had another pre-assist with a quick kick out if not for Paul Tierney. 8.
Ben White: Aside from being done by a superb piece of skill by Alexander Isak this was a really good display from White. Inverted superbly and attacked very well. 8.
William Saliba: Hardly had a thing to do all first half, but when Newcastle did show a little more up front in the second he was composed as ever. 7.
Gabriel: Broke the game open yet again from a set piece for Arsenal even if the goal won't go down as his. Continues to be an underrated part of this superb recent Arsenal run. 8.
Jakub Kiwior: A rare goal for the Pole who was back on form in the left back spot today. Defended well and contributed to the attack out wide on occasion. 8.
Jorginho: With everything in front of him this was a game that suited the Italian down to the ground. His display was as excellent as his one-man mission for revenge on Bruno Guimaraes was enjoyable. 8.
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Declan Rice: Yet more assists from corners for the England international. He admitted his side showed inexperience in midweek, but he led a superbly disciplined and mature display. 8.
Martin Odegaard: The Norwegian continues his outstanding form. Won't get the numbers that stat-lovers rate so highly today, but make no mistake, he was outstanding. 9.
Bukayo Saka: Goals in five consecutive Premier League games for Saka. First Arsenal player since Olivier Giroud in 2015 to do that. Such
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