Than later, says skipper

games now.’

“It needs to change, and that’s what we’re looking to do on Saturday.”

Newcastle’s disappointing start must be placed into context, given that Rafa Benitez’s side have been defeated by three of last season’s top six, and drew away at Cardiff City.

And, given United have only lost their matches by a one-goal scoreline, too, Lascelles believes the Magpies are close to getting things right on the pitch and winning games again.

“Definitely we need to win sooner rath- er than later. We’re just looking for that first win in order to really get things rolling,” the 24-year-old added.

“Once we do that, then we can start looking onwards and upwards, and really start pushing on this season. At the minute we just need to get that first win, enjoy it and get that winning feeling back, because it’s not nice to have a couple of defeats back to back. Even if it’s against the top teams, it’s not nice as players.

“A victory against Arsenal would be a good feeling, and it’s just what we need right now.”