Alan Shearer fires Arsenal a Newcastle warning amid race for Champions League

Alan Shearer has warned Arsenal that their trip to St. James' Park this evening will be a "tough" game. The Magpies have been one of the in form sides in the Premier League since the turn of 2022.

Their form has them in the European places since the start of January and Eddie Howe has revitalised Newcastle. The Toon are already mathematically safe and while they may have 'nothing left to play for' finishing as high as they can would give them a financial boost ahead of next season.

In contrast, Mikel Arteta's side head to St. James' Park knowing anything less than three points would give Tottenham Hotspur the impetus in the race for the top four. Conte's side moved above their arch rivals with a win over Burnley, but Arsenal can restore parity with a win tonight.

Speaking to Match of The Day 2, Newcastle legend Shearer outlined how the 'electric' atmosphere at St. James' Park may well be a factor. He said: "Tough one [tomorrow night], a tough game.

"The atmosphere at St. James' Park tomorrow night will be electric as it has been for a while now. Newcastle will make it a very tough game for them."

Fellow pundit and former Newcastle and Spurs midfielder, Jermaine Jenas, was in agreement. He said: "Massive game. That's everything that I wanted to hear. Absolutely love it."