Pre-season - Arsenal score twice to lead Newcastle in Singapore
Arsenal defeated Newcastle 2-1 in a pre-season friendly match at the National Stadium in Singapore. The win marks Arsenal's second victory of their summer tour.
Match Highlights:
Newcastle took an early lead in the 6th minute with a goal from new signing Anthony Elanga, who converted a cross from Sandro Tonali.
Arsenal turned the game around with two goals in quick succession just before halftime.
In the 33rd minute, Mikel Merino scored the equalizer for Arsenal, finishing a move that involved Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz.
Just two minutes later, Arsenal went ahead when a low cross from Kai Havertz resulted in an own goal by Newcastle's Alex Murphy.
The game was a valuable test for both sides, with Arsenal showcasing some of their new signings, including Mikel Merino, and Newcastle giving Elanga his first start.

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