Saka urges Gunners to rebound after Newcastle defeat

In a Premier League match on November 2, 2024, Arsenal experienced a disappointing defeat against Newcastle at St James' Park, with Alexander Isak scoring the only goal in the 12th minute. The loss overshadowed Arsenal's recent efforts to maintain their competitive status in the league, following a previous draw against Liverpool and a loss to Bournemouth. The defeat raised significant doubts about their aspirations and ability to contend for the title this season. Bukayo Saka, who captained the side, took to social media to emphasize the importance of unity among the team, stating 'We stick together!' This message aimed to bolster team morale amidst a string of challenging results. Despite the setback, Saka has been a standout performer for Arsenal, contributing three goals and seven assists in nine league matches. Arsenal's head coach, Mikel Arteta, acknowledged that the team 'deserved to lose' and expressed frustration with their inability to adapt during the match. He noted that while Arsenal initially dominated the match, they failed to effectively defend their box, which allowed Newcastle to capitalize on their scoring opportunity. Next, Arsenal will face Inter Milan in the Champions League and have a critical Premier League match against Chelsea on November 10. The team remains hopeful that they can turn their fortunes around and regain momentum in the league.