Mikel Arteta expressed no grievances following Arsenal's defeat to Newcastle, acknowledging that his team deserved to lose the match. After Alexander Isak's impressive header in the first half secured a much-needed victory for Eddie Howe's side, Arteta reflected on the game, stating, "I am very frustrated; we deserved to lose today. We got dragged into the game Newcastle wanted, not the one we aimed for. To have a chance to win, you must be at your best in every match." Despite the setback, the Arsenal manager refused to declare the title race over, maintaining a sense of determination for the remainder of the season.