Arsenal's Premier League title chances took a hit on Tuesday night as they played out a frustrating 0-0 draw with third-placed Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium.
A win would have seen the Gunners go 10 points clear of Manchester City in second, although the Magpies' resolute defence proved too tough a nut to crack during a tense evening in north London. Mikel Arteta was bemused by the refereeing throughout, claiming his side should have been awarded two penalties on the night.
Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhaes collapsed in the area after Newcastle left-back Dan Burn tugged the Arsenal man's shirt but referee Andy Madley failed to point to the spot. The home crowd were again incensed in the dying embers of the game when Granit Xhaka's cross seemed to strike Jacob Murphy's hand, although again, no penalty was given.
