Newcastle United suffered a 3-2 defeat against Arsenal and here are five things we learned from the pre-season friendly at the National Stadium in Singapore

Jacob Murphy equalised with a brilliant effort in the second half, but a late Martin Odegaard penalty sealed the win for Mikel Arteta’s side. An injury to Sven Botman will also be a big concern for Eddie Howe after the Dutchman was withdrawn just 25 minutes after coming onto the pitch.

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Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has provided an update on Sven Botman after the Dutchman limped off during the 3-2 loss to Arsenal in Singapore. Botman, who suffered a spate of knee issues last season, played just 25 minutes before appearing to point to his groin as he hobbled off at the National Stadium.

Newcastle United fell to a 3-2 defeat against Arsenal at the Singapore National Stadium in their first of three pre-season friendly matches in Asia. Eddie Howe ’s side took a very early lead through Anthony Elanga as he netted his first goal in the black and white.

Arsenal edged an entertaining preseason friendly against Newcastle United on Sunday, with a late Martin Ødegaard penalty ensuring the Gunners continued their winning start to the summer.

Newcastle see the Norway international as a potential replacement for wantaway centre-forward Alexander Isak. The Express & Star says Newcastle could turn their attention to Larsen, 25, if Isak needs to be replaced this summer. Last season, the Norwegian was on loan from Celta Vigo to Wolves and earlier in the summer the deal was made permanent.

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