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Olivier Giroud scored two goals in four minutes as Arsenal beat Newcastle to continue their pursuit of second-placed Manchester City.
After City beat West Brom, the Gunners kept a point behind their rivals with a sixth successive win but they hung on as Newcastle improved after half-time.
Giroud poked in from Santi Cazorla's free-kick before heading in a corner.
Moussa Sissoko's finish sparked a response but Arsenal held on after David Ospina saved Remy Cabella's shot.
Key notes:
* Arsenal hold on for sixth consecutive league win
* Gunners remain one point behind Man City
* Olivier Giroud scores ninth goal in nine games
* Newcastle 10 points above relegation zone
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