Arsenal will be hoping to maintain their winning run of form when they take on Newcastle United in the Premier League this weekend.

The clash takes place at St James Park while kick-off is scheduled for 13:30 (GMT) on Sunday.

Arsene Wenger’s side comes into the game off the back of three Premier League fixtures leaving them just three points behind fifth-placed Chelsea.

The Gunners also secure their spot in the semi-finals of the Europa League on Thursday night with a 2-2 draw against CSKA.

Arsenal team news: 

Wenger may opt to rest several of his star names following a tiring trip to Russia during the week.

Santi Cazorla remains sidelined with a long-term injury while Henrikh Mkhitaryan is ruled out with a knee injury.

Colombia international David Ospina is also unlikely to feature as he recovers from an ankle issue.

Granit Xhaka missed Thursday night’s clash due to the flu but is expected to return to action this weekend. Star playmaker Mesut Ozil is also available for selection.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to return to Arsenal’s starting eleven after missing out on the Europa League tie due to being ineligible for selection.