Arsenal Starting XI vs Leicester: Confirmed Lineup and Team News
Arsenal fans can breathe a sigh of relief as David Raya is fit to start in goal for the Gunners’ clash with Leicester today. Manager Mikel Arteta has decided to stick with the same starting lineup that faced Manchester City in a thrilling draw last weekend. This means that Jurrien Timber is also fit to start despite picking up a knock in the previous match.
Unfortunately, Ben White will not be in the matchday squad for Arsenal’s game against Leicester, but Bukayo Saka will take on the captain’s armband in his absence. Additionally, Leandro Trossard is back in action after serving a suspension.
Arteta provided an update on the team’s defensive duo, saying, “Jurrien was able to take part in training today, that’s good news, so he’ll be available in the squad. Hopefully Ben, too.” It seems Timber’s recovery has been smooth, but White’s absence will surely be felt in the lineup.
One key absence for Arsenal is Martin Odegaard, the team’s skipper, who is still recovering from an ankle injury sustained while playing for Norway earlier this month. Arteta remains optimistic about Odegaard’s return, stating, “Tomorrow is too soon. Next week we’ll see. He had partial training today. He’s been working so hard. It’s looking good.”
The Gunners are also missing Takehiro Tomiyasu, who is slightly behind in his recovery from a knee issue. Alongside him, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Kieran Tierney, and Tommy Setford are still sidelined, creating a challenging situation for Arteta and his squad.
Arsenal Starting XI
The confirmed lineup for Arsenal against Leicester is as follows:
– Goalkeeper: David Raya
– Defenders: Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, Nicolò Calafiori
– Midfielders: Thomas Partey, Declan Rice
– Forwards: Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard
On the bench, Arsenal has the following substitutes: Neto, Lewis-Skelly, Nichols, Kiwior, Kacurri, Jorginho, Nwaneri, Sterling, Jesus.
In terms of injuries, Merino is still recovering from a shoulder issue, while Odegaard, Setford, Tierney, Tomiyasu, and Zinchenko are out with ankle, hip, hamstring, knee, and calf injuries respectively.
Match Details
The match between Arsenal and Leicester is scheduled for 3pm BST on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Fans can expect an exciting clash between the two teams as they battle it out on the field.
As the Gunners look to secure a crucial victory, Arteta will need to rely on the depth of his squad and the determination of his players to overcome the challenges posed by Leicester. The absence of key players like Odegaard and White will undoubtedly test the team’s resilience, but with the talent and spirit within the squad, Arsenal will aim to come out on top.
Overall, Arsenal fans can look forward to an intense and competitive match as their team takes on Leicester. With a strong starting lineup and a hunger for success, the Gunners will be eager to secure all three points and continue their pursuit of glory in the Premier League.
