Bruno Guimaraes releases 43-word Newcastle United statement after Arsenal defeat

Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has called for St James’ Park to be a cauldron of noise when Everton visit this weekend.

The Magpies’ quest for Champions League qualification goes down to the final day after they lost 1-0 at Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. Declan Rice scored the only goal of the game in the 55th minute.

Eddie Howe’s side stay third in the Premier League table ahead of Chelsea and Aston Villa on goal difference and only one point above Manchester City and Nottingham Forest.

Chelsea and Forest go head-to-head at the City Ground on the final day, Aston Villa travel to Manchester United while Man City face AFC Bournemouth in their game in hand on Tuesday before going to Fulham.

A victory for Newcastle will guarantee a top-five finish but anything less will leave them depending on results elsewhere.

Bruno Guimaraes sends passionate message to Newcastle United fans

And Guimaraes has called for a big atmosphere at St James’ Park in order to help the team get over the line.

The Brazilian wrote on X: ”I think we deserved more today! Thank you for your support this afternoon. Your cheering will be crucial next Sunday. Together we are stronger.

“Let’s create a great atmosphere and fight together like we did all season. We are one. Howay the lads! 🖤🤍3️⃣9️⃣”

Eddie Howe expecting ‘unbelievable atmosphere’

Howe too is anticipating an “unbelievable atmosphere” and expects his players to match the energy on the pitch.

Having won the Carabao Cup in March and beaten the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest on home turf, Howe believes his squad have become accustomed to big games.

Speaking after the Arsenal loss, Howe said: “I think my mood is always the same after we lose. I'm disappointed. I'm frustrated And it takes me time to sort of get out of that way of thinking. I think I will look back with positivity from the game, though I know I will because there was so much good to take from it.

“I think when you then look on to the next game and we know what we have to do and it's not going to be easy but our home form has been strong. We've really enjoyed playing there.

“The players are used to big games. There'll be none bigger than this. And I'm sure the Newcastle supporters will make it an unbelievable atmosphere for us.”

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