Arsenal Team News Page 12 - Soccer

Arteta talks up Enrique's 'unbelievable power' as Arsenal hosts PSG in Champions League

Mikel Arteta has long been viewed as a protégé of Pep Guardiola but it appears that Luis Enrique has been an influence on the Arsenal manager too

SEPTEMBER 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Riccardo Calafiori - Questionable to face PSG Calafiori is questionable for Tuesday's match against PSG, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We didn't do any training sessions yesterday, [Riccardo] was a bit emotional after th...

Impact Calafiori looks to be battling some fitness issues heading into Tuesday's match after starting and playing 90 Sunday, only having a few days to recover and return to full strength. This does leave him questionable, possibly forcing the club into a tough spot if he is left out with Ben White already questionable due to leg issues. That said, they will hope for his availability, although a start isn't guaranteed if fit. If this is the case and White is also out, Jakub Kiwior is their likely replacement at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ben White - Could see time Tuesday White (leg) is a possibility for Tuesday's match against PSG, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "He is a player that is in contention and we have to review today."

Impact White was on the brink of a return Sunday but was not involved to ensure his fitness, likely favoring the match against PSG instead of risking it against a weaker Leicester City. He will now need to pass a medical ahead of game time to decide his availability. If he passes, there is a solid chance he gets the start after starting in their opening five matches of the season. However, if he is left out or on the bench, the club will have some spots to fill with Riccardo Calafiori also questionable, possibly forcing Jakub Kiwior to play left-back.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Defensive dominance helps in win Partey generated four tackles (four won) in Saturday's 4-2 win over Leicester City.

Impact Partey won all four of his tackles in a defensive display, which also saw him complete 87 of his 96 passes and create one chance. This was the first time this season that he has completed more than two tackles or attempted more than three.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Declan Rice - 16 attempted crosses in home win Rice generated three shots (one on goal), 16 crosses (zero accurate) and nine corners in Saturday's 4-2 win over Leicester City.

Impact Rice took an incredible 16 crosses without accurately finding his target on any of them. This included nine corners, but he created two chances from open play and took three shots. This is the first game this season where he has created two chances.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Bukayo Saka - Incredible display without return Saka had seven shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (six accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Leicester City.

Impact Saka was once again vital to Arsenal, creating an incredible eight chances and taking seven shots without being able to show a goal return. A major threat came from corners, where he took eight and completed six of his 11 total crosses. The crucial goal that was given as a Ndidi's own goal came as a result of a back post corner that found Leandro Trossard.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Jurrien Timber - First Premier League assist Timber assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and seven chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Timber collected his first assist for goal involvement for Arsenal, helping Gabriel Martinelli to the opening goal of the game. From right-back, he created seven chances, compared to only one in his five games before this. He also won two of his four tackles, the most he had attempted this season. His impressive displays in the last two could give Ben White concern for his spot at right-back.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Kai Havertz - Seals victory with accidental shot Havertz scored one goal to go with seven shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Havertz saw the ball cannon off his shin without knowing much about it in the 99th minute. This, however, was a busy attacking performance for Havertz, who took seven shots, his most of any game so far this season. Overall, he will be looking to improve the accuracy of his shooting, with eight shots on target from 18 attempts in six games.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Trossard - Scores goal in tricky home win Trossard scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-2 win against Leicester City.

Impact Trossard scored the second goal of the game, giving his side a two-goal lead. He also took the shot, which was deflected in, to give Arsenal a 94th-minute lead. His goal was his second of the season, the first time he took four shots in a game, and the first time he had two shots on target. He also had a creative display, creating three chances and providing one accurate cross from one attempt.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Martinelli - Talismanic first half display Martinelli scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Martinelli picked up a goal and assisted in the goals which gave his side a two-goal lead before halftime. This was the Brazilian's first goal of the season and arguably his best performance for Arsenal since early last season. This is the first game this season that he has had two shots on target and the first game, with five, where he took more than three shots. This change in form could show an improvement in his fantasy usability.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya - Single save in start despite knock David Raya registered one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 win over Leicester City.

Impact Raya avoided missing his side's clash with Leicester after a late fitness call. This was the first game this season in which he made only a single save. Before this game, he had been averaging over four saves per game and had kept four clean sheets in all competitions. He will now aim for a strong performance on Tuesday the 1st as he takes on the PSG frontline.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ben White - Not involved Saturday White was not involved in Saturday's match against Leicester City as he continues to deal with a leg issue.

Impact White is dealing with some sort of undisclosed injury which also kept him out of last week's fixture against Manchester City. The defender will hope to recover in time for a mid week clash against PSG in the Champions League.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Wilfred Ndidi's own goal leads Arsenal past Leicester City | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Gabriel Martinelli gives Arsenal lead over Leicester City | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 28 • YOUTUBE

David Raya - Avoids absence Raya (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Leicester.

Impact Raya is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash despite being a doubt with a knock. It proved to be a non-issue for the goalkeeper, who is straight back into the starting XI. Neto remains on the bench as one of the best back ups in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya Injury: Progress & Potential Return Date for Arsenal Goalkeeper The latest injury news on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, defenders Ben White, Jurrien Timber, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Miles Lewis-Skelly and midf...

SEPTEMBER 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mikel Merino - Eyeing return soon Merino (shoulder) is out for Saturday's match against Leicester City but is nearing a return, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "Tomorrow is too soon, the next week we will see. H...

Impact Merino is seeing a quicker recovery than most thought, as he was expected to be out until November but is now looking at a possible return next week, although it seems more likely he will be available after the international break. He has trained partially and looks to be in a good spot, with the club just being cautious he is fully healed before attempting a return. That said, the midfielder should be back on the pitch within the next few weeks, looking to make his debut with his new club.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Takehiro Tomiyasu - Trains partially Tomiyasu (knee) trained partially and is in a decent spot in his recovery, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "He had partial training today and he looked good. He's progressing re...

Impact Tomiyasu is still out for a few more weeks but has seen huge progress in his recovery progress, as he has returned to partial training this week. He will likely still need around one to two more weeks before a return, probably being close to an option after the international break. He still has yet to make his season debut, so the club will hope he can be available as soon as possible.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya - Late call for Saturday Raya (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We have to wait 24 hours to see if he's looking good or not that good....

Impact Raya will be a late call for Saturday's match after missing their midweek cup match due to thigh issues. It appears as if he will undergo testing ahead of the match to decide his availability, leaving his status up in the air until game time. If fit, he will hope to reclaim his spot in the starting XI, but if left out, Neto will probably see the start in net.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal vs. Leicester lineups, expected starting 11, confirmed team news and injuries: Trossard to return after ban? | Sporting News Leandro Trossard's red card at Manchester City changed the entire complexion of Arsenal's 2-2 draw with the Premier League champions. Will M...

SEPTEMBER 26 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ethan Nwaneri, 17, scores twice for Arsenal in 5-1 rout of Bolton and Liverpool beats West Ham 5-1

Arsenal teenager Ethan Nwaneri scored twice in a 5-1 win over third-division Bolton in the English League Cup

SEPTEMBER 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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