Gary Neville hit back at Granit Xhaka after the Arsenal midfielder delivered a message to his team-mates in explosive fashion following their dismal defeat to Newcastle United.
A Ben White own goal and a late strike from one-time target Bruno Guimares condemned the Gunners to a 2-0 defeat which all-but ended their hopes of a Champions League finish. Mikel Arteta’s charges knew they needed a win to keep their top-four fate in their own hands, but were outmuscled, outfought and outplayed by the vibrant hosts, who ended their home season on a high.
Tottenham now need just a point off already relegated Norwich City to finish above their north London rivals and Arsenal look destined for a season in the Europa League, having been in the Champions League driving seat for so much of the season.
