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Newcastle v Arsenal
Arsenal have been on a fantastic run since losing to Tottenham in the north London derby at the start of March, a result that left Spurs seven points above them.
Yes, Spurs have slipped up a couple of times since then to allow Arsenal to overhaul them, but the way Arsene Wenger's side have finished the season is still hugely impressive.
I am backing them to beat Newcastle too, to ensure a top-four finish - although I don't imagine it will be a straightforward win.
The Magpies are finally safe after beating QPR last weekend but, after the season they have had, I cannot see them just switching off in their last home game.
I don't see the Gunners scoring two early goals and cruising home, because that doesn't seem to be the way they win games anymore.
Even against Wigan on Tuesday, where they ended up convincing winners, they were under a bit of pressure before half-time.
They might have to fight for it but fourth place is about par for Arsenal for the season. They are a very good team but they still look a few players short of what they will need to win the title.
Prediction: 1-2
Hope lawro is right.