Arsenal manager Unai Emery believes April will be a defining month for his side.

The Gunners are looking to end their two-year exile for the Champions League by finishing in the top-four.

They can move into third place by beating Newcastle United tonight, and with Emery knows the next four weeks will shape the club's future.

Speaking to Sky Sports News, Emery said: "In April, we are playing in a lot of matches and it is the key for our season.

"We finished very well both in the Europa League and Premier League before the international break. But in each match, we need to give a big focus and every player must be ready to give their best performance for us.

"And our mentality now is good, but every match will be giving us a new challenge. Being together I think we can be stronger.

"We have a big possibility to play next season in the Champions League. We have been consistent because the players have given a big commitment and good behaviour to give the club our best work."