Back to the Soccer Newsfeed

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Leads Arsenal to 1-0 Newcastle Win in EPL Opener

Arsenal kicked off their 2019-20 Premier League campaign with a win on Sunday, beating Newcastle United 1-0 at St James' Park. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang got the only goal in the second half.

Rainy conditions made life hard on both teams, but the Gunners had the better play throughout the contest and deservedly went ahead just before the hour mark.

Sunday's game was the first time the Gunners had opened their Premier League season on the road since the 2011-12 season, when they played out a scoreless draw with the Magpies.

Sunday's contest started in poor weather conditions, and the rain didn't help the level of play at St.