Newcastle United fans were reportedly heard insulting Arsenal over their Champions League ambitions yesterday, implying that the Gunners are not talented enough to compete in Europe’s elite club competition with the video viral
Tottenham wanted the Magpies to win against Arsenal so that the Lilywhites could control their destiny in their last Premier League game of the season at Carrow Road. Eddie Howe’s team gave Antonio Conte’s men a tremendous favour by defeating Arsenal 2-0, putting their dreams of finishing fourth on the line.
Champions League you’re having a laugh,” Newcastle United Fans Mock Arsenal At St James Park, Video Viral
Xhaka Blasted on Team-mates
After the game, Granit Xhaka slammed several of his teammates, claiming that they did not adhere to Mikel Arteta’s game plan.
The Swiss international went on to say that Arsenal does not deserve to compete in the Champions League or even the Europa League based on their performance at St James’ Park.
Newcastle fans, according to The Times’ Henry Winter, agree with Xhaka’s assessment, with home fans apparently signing throughout the game: “Champions League? You’re having a laugh.”
Spurs on the Verge of Champion’s League Call
Arsenal’s performances in the North London Derby and against Newcastle show that they can’t handle the pressure of big games. They are not ready for the Champions League yet.
In sharp contrast, Spurs have shown a vicious streak and a winning attitude in our previous two games, indicating that they are ready to take on Europe’s top under Conte.
To win fourth place and the last Champions League qualification berth, Arsenal must defeat Everton and hope Tottenham loses to already-relegated Norwich.
Newcastle Fans Bullied Arsenal
Knowing that a win against the north London club would jeopardise their European dreams, Newcastle supporters mocked them with a humorous chant throughout the game.
‘Champions League?’ they sang. You’re having a good time! What about the Champions League? You’re having a laugh!’ on repeat, with the tune ringing throughout the home stand.
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"Champions League? You're having a laugh," #nufc fans chant at #afc. Wretched night for Arsenal. Spurs must be jubilant.
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) May 16, 2022
Despite the absence of numerous Arsenal players, notably left defender Kierney and central midfielder Thomas Partey, Arsenal produced a poor and substandard effort. Ben White’s own goal and Bruno Guimaraes’ late strike separated the teams, although Newcastle was all over the map.
Eddie Howe’s team is presently in 12th place and might finish as high as ninth if things go their way on the final day. Since Howe took over on November 8, when the team was 19th in the division, there has been a significant improvement. They were the only team in the league without a victory at the time, and they were equal on points with bottom-placed Norwich.