Following the Gunners’ 1-0 loss to Newcastle United on Saturday afternoon, Joe Cole instructed Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to bench one player.
Arsenal now has just one point from three Premier League games as Newcastle won all three at St. James’ Park thanks to a goal from Alexander Isak in the 12th minute.
Arteta’s team is currently seven points behind leaders Liverpool, but they are still five points behind second-place Man City after Pep Guardiola’s team also made a mistake in the title battle with a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth.
Leandro Trossard “was off it” against Newcastle, according to former Chelsea midfielder Cole, who anticipates the Arsenal attacker being benched for their upcoming game.
After the 1-0 victory, Cole stated on TNT Sports: “I thought Newcastle were absolutely brilliant today.” They were excellent, both on and off the ball.
“This is a game-changing outcome for Newcastle, in my opinion. Many people, including myself, predicted Arsenal to win the league, but after what I witnessed tonight, I’m now questioning that.
“They must now return, accept responsibility, and get better in preparation for a big week. traveling to Milan to play Chelsea, who have been playing well.
“They might end up fifteen points behind. Trossard was off today, so I’m sure Mikel will make some adjustments. He’s great, but there will be adjustments.
