Arsenal did exactly what they were supposed to do yesterday, taking care of business, with authority, against Ipswich Town, in the EFL Cup. And they did so with a side composed almost entirely of second choice players. And that is exactly what manager Mikel Arteta should do for a League Cup clash like that. Now most of his starters are on fresh legs, so he can rotate them … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI at Brighton: Mikel Arteta Should Return the First Team
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Arsenal Predicted XI vs Napoli: Mikel Arteta Could Do Some Squad Rotation
Arsenal commences their UEFA Champions League campaign for 2026-27 with a midweek clash at Napoli. Mikel Arteta led his men to the very final edge of glory last term, taking eventual champion Paris Saint-Germain to a penalty shootout in the title match. Can they get over that final hurdle and reach the promised land, this time around? … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI vs Napoli: Mikel Arteta Could Do Some Squad Rotation
Arsenal Predicted XI vs Chelsea: Ezri Konsa Could Get First Start with Gunners
Now that the summer transfer window has closed Arsenal's team for 2026-27 has taken shape. As deadline day drew near, only two more deals got done- Gabriel Jesus was sold to FC Barcelona for a small fee (well, small amount of money by transfer window standards) and Ethan Nwaneri was loaned out to Borussia Dortmund. It was relatively quiet, but then still a solid couple … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI vs Chelsea: Ezri Konsa Could Get First Start with Gunners
Arsenal Team News vs Chelsea: Declan Rice, Cristhian Mosquera, Bruno Guimaraes, Jurrien Timber
Arsenal supporters might have some concerns, ahead of the London derby against Chelsea, after Cristhian Mosquera and Bruno Guimaraes were noticeably absent during the Thursday morning training session. So we will see if manager Mikel Arteta provides an update, or not, during his press conference tomorrow on the pair. There is some good news though, as Declan Rice took part in … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Chelsea: Declan Rice, Cristhian Mosquera, Bruno Guimaraes, Jurrien Timber
Arsenal Predicted XI vs Coventry City: Arteta to Start Strong Team in League Opener
The real thing, actual Premier League regular season fixtures, are now here. No more preseason, no more "curtain raisers." Arsenal, the reigning league champions and now also Community Shield winners, will host newly promoted Coventry City in the 2026-27 season's very first game. Friday night is a great night for football, so the Emirates Stadium will be rocking for this … [Read more...] about Arsenal Predicted XI vs Coventry City: Arteta to Start Strong Team in League Opener
Arsenal Team News vs Manchester City: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi
Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi did not play a minute of football for Arsenal this preseason, so they almost certainly not be starting in the FA Community Shield on Sunday. They have resumed training, however, this past week and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that they will be in the squad for the FA Community Shield this weekend. Coming off an … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Manchester City: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi
Arsenal Trio David Raya, Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes Make PFA Player of the Year Shortlist
The Professional Footballers' Association men's Player of the year award short list was released earlier today, and it consists of six names. Arsenal have a trio of players on it in goalkeeper David Raya, holding midfielder Declan Rice and central defender Gabriel Magalhaes. As Premier League champions, it is not surprising to see the Gunners comprising literally half the … [Read more...] about Arsenal Trio David Raya, Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes Make PFA Player of the Year Shortlist
Arsenal Early Team News at Southampton: Rice, Saka, Zubimendi, Hincapie, Madueke
When you're winding down an international break, it's never too early to look ahead to the next weekend's slate of action. And with Arsenal, there are a large number of injury/fitness concerns. Although, to be fair, many of them are just precautionary. We'll cover Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Martin Zubimendi, Piero Hincapie and Noni Madueke here in part one. And then in part two, … [Read more...] about Arsenal Early Team News at Southampton: Rice, Saka, Zubimendi, Hincapie, Madueke
Arsenal Team News at Brighton: David Raya, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard
After his side beat Chelsea, 2-1, in a spirited London derby yesterday, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gave fitness updates on three key players. And by key, we really mean key, as it's the starting goalkeeper David Raya, team captain Martin Odegaard and the club's all-time most expensive signing, in Declan Rice. With the very quick turnaround to the next match, a trip to … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News at Brighton: David Raya, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard
Arsenal Team News vs Kairat: Declan Rice, Mikel Merino, Kai Havertz
Arsenal came out of yesterday's 3-2 loss at home to Manchester United unscathed from injury, but still hurting. In dropping points, in the manner that they did, the Gunners suffered some bruised egos, to be sure. And it's a result that obviously hurts their Premier League title chances, considerably, as both Manchester City and Aston Villa won their matches and thus, gained … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Kairat: Declan Rice, Mikel Merino, Kai Havertz