Newcastle Aims for 10th Straight Win as Premier League Drama Unfolds

NEWCASTLE, England — Newcastle United is on the brink of making history as they prepare to face Bournemouth on Saturday, aiming for their 10th consecutive victory. Manager Eddie Howe, who has already matched the nine-game winning streaks of Kevin Keegan and Rafael Benítez during their Newcastle tenures, could surpass them with a win at St. James' Park.

The current streak, which includes six league wins and three cup victories, has been fueled by Sandro Tonali‘s commanding presence in midfield and Alexander Isak‘s prolific scoring. The Swedish striker has netted 14 goals in Newcastle’s last 13 league games, including at least one in each of their last eight fixtures. Isak is now within striking distance of Jamie Vardy‘s Premier League record of scoring in 11 successive matches.

Meanwhile, Arsenal‘s search for a reliable striker continues as they prepare to host Aston Villa. With Gabriel Jesus sidelined due to a knee injury, the Gunners are reportedly eyeing Villa’s Ollie Watkins and Jhon Durán as potential reinforcements. Watkins, 29, scored his first goal of 2025 in Villa’s recent win over Everton, while Durán, 21, remains an untested but promising option.

In other Premier League action, Chelsea‘s struggles in front of goal persist as Nicolas Jackson‘s inconsistency continues to frustrate fans. The striker has scored just once in his last seven appearances, leaving manager Enzo Maresca with limited options. Christopher Nkunku‘s future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain, adding to the pressure on Jackson to deliver.

Everton, under new manager David Moyes, faces a daunting task against Tottenham on Sunday. The Toffees’ attacking woes have been well-documented, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin enduring a 1,212-minute goal drought. Moyes has called for reinforcements, but Everton’s recent transfer record offers little hope for a quick fix.

Manchester United, under Ruben Amorim, will host Brighton in a match that could serve as a barometer of the Portuguese manager’s progress. Amorim has overseen a mixed start to his tenure, with notable victories over Manchester City and Arsenal but also disappointing defeats to lower-ranked teams.

As the Premier League season enters a critical phase, the race for European spots and the battle to avoid relegation are heating up. With key matches across the league this weekend, fans can expect more drama and surprises in one of the most unpredictable seasons in recent memory.