A superb Declan Rice strike earned Arsenal a 1-0 home victory over Newcastle to secure a place in next season's Champions League.
Mikel Arteta's side knew victory in their final home match of the campaign would all but ensure they finish second in this season's Premier League.
Newcastle, who could have overtaken Arsenal with a victory, saw their hopes dented through the absence of top scorer Alexander Isak through injury.
The Gunners secured the vital breakthrough in the 55th minute, with Rice curling a fine effort beyond Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope.