Arsenal vs Newcastle LIVE SCORE: Alexander Isak OUT in huge blow to Toon while Kai Havertz returns to Gunners squad

THE race for a Champions League spot is edging towards boiling point and second-place Arsenal host third-place Newcastle at the Emirates THIS AFTERNOON!

And the headline team news from North London is that Alexander Isak misses out with a minor groin injury.

Kai Havertz returns to the Gunners squad but is only fit enough for the bench.

Kick-off time: 4:30pm BST Live stream: NOW TV TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/Premier League Arsenal starting XI: To follow Newcastle starting XI: To follow

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