Mikel Arteta promised to end Arsenal’s five-year trophy drought next season after a 1-0 win against Newcastle secured their place in the Champions League. 

Declan Rice’s superb second half strike from the edge of the area ended Arsenal’s five-match winless run and ensured they will finish in the Premier League’s top five. But while Arsenal are likely to finish as runners-up for a third consecutive campaign, few associated with the north London club believe this season has been a success.