Allardyce relieved after draw with Arsenal

Newcastle boss Sam Allardyce breathed a huge sigh of relief after seeing his side emerge from their slump to hold Barclays Premier League leaders Arsenal to a 1-1 draw.

The Magpies have now taken just two points from the last 18 they have contested, but it was the manner in which this one was acquired which gave the 50,305 fans inside St James’ Park hope that a corner has been turned.