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Arteta – The next game starts now

Despite defeat against Tottenham on Thursday, Champions League qualification is still in our hands, and the manager said planning for the Newcastle game has already begun.

We know that two wins from our last two games will be enough – whatever Spurs do – and our trip to St James’ Park on Monday night has taken on huge importance.

Speaking after the game, the boss said that he has already trained his players’ minds on that fixture.

“I have already done that. This game is now history. We have to play on Monday, and we have to start to win the game now.