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We didn't deserve to be on the pitch: Xhaka blasts team mates

May 16, 2022 Arsenal's Granit Xhaka looks dejected after Gabriel scores an own goal and Newcastle United's first REUTERS

Arsenal's defeat by Newcastle United on Monday was a disaster and their players didn't deserve to be on the pitch, midfielder Granit Xhaka said in a remarkable rebuke of his team mates.

Arsenal were chasing a Champions League qualification spot, sitting two points behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur (68), but were second best throughout in their 2-0 loss at St James' Park.

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