Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle: Raya, Rice Secure UCL Return

Arsenal clinched a vital 1-0 win over Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium, securing second place in the Premier League and a return to the UEFA Champions League. David Raya was exceptional in goal with five first-half saves, while Declan Rice sealed the victory with a brilliant strike set up by Martin Odegaard.

The Gunners now have 71 points, and only Manchester City—with two games in hand—can match that total, though Arsenal’s superior goal difference gives them the edge. Newcastle, meanwhile, will aim to confirm a top-five finish with a win over Everton in their final game.

Relief echoed around the Emirates at the final whistle, marking Arsenal’s first home victory since April 1. Mikel Arteta’s men will confirm second spot behind Liverpool if City fail to beat Bournemouth, or by avoiding defeat against already-relegated Southampton next weekend.

After full-time, the Arsenal squad stayed on the pitch to thank fans, though many had left, with another trophyless season looming. Odegaard admitted: “We’ve not been good enough in the league,” though Rice’s goal—his 19th involvement this season—offered some consolation.

Arteta: “I’ll Give My Life for a Trophy”

Addressing supporters after the match, a passionate Arteta vowed to fight for silverware, saying: “We’re upset not to have a trophy, but we’re on the right path. I’ll give my life to win one and push everyone here to their limits.”

Newcastle’s London Return Ends in Defeat

Newcastle’s return to London, after lifting the Carabao Cup at Wembley, ended in disappointment. Despite a strong opening 17 minutes with five shots on target, they failed to register another for the rest of the game. Still, a win over Everton will likely ensure a Champions League spot, rounding off one of the club’s best seasons in decades.

Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to 25th Turkish Title

Victor Osimhen scored as Galatasaray claimed their record 25th Turkish Super Lig title, beating Kayserispor 3-0. The win moves them eight points clear of Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce with just two games remaining. Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera converted a late penalty to complete the victory.

Osimhen, on loan from Napoli, has scored 25 goals this season, playing a key role in Galatasaray’s title charge. Mourinho, whose side has now finished runners-up four consecutive seasons, may leave Fenerbahce early, according to local reports.

Frustrations boiled over last month when Mourinho confronted Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk after a Turkish Cup loss, highlighting the mounting pressure on the Portuguese boss, whose team failed to win any Istanbul derbies this season.

Nuno Dedicates Forest Win to Awoniyi After Scary Injury

Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 win at West Ham was dedicated to striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who underwent emergency abdominal surgery after crashing into the post last weekend and being placed in an induced coma.

Players wore shirts in support of Awoniyi during warm-up, and Morgan Gibbs-White celebrated his goal by raising the striker’s jersey. “That win was for him,” Gibbs-White said, while manager Nuno Espírito Santo added, “The team wanted to do it for him. We are proud.”

Nikola Milenkovic added Forest’s second before Jarrod Bowen pulled one back. The victory keeps Forest in the Champions League hunt, just one point off fifth place. They must beat Chelsea on the final day and hope both Aston Villa and Manchester City drop points to secure a top-five finish.

The match lasted nearly 113 minutes due to VAR delays and a breakdown in communication with Stockley Park. “I just wanted the game to end,” admitted Nuno.