Arsenal Team News Page 54 - Soccer

Gabriel Martinelli - Fills stat sheet versus Brighton Martinelli had four off-target shots, created five chances, sent in 13 crosses (four accurate) and made three tackles (two won) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Martinelli returned to the team after being rested during midweek's UCL game and was one of the game's top performers despite neither scoring nor assisting. The winger hasn't been as prolific as he was last season but his improvement in other areas and the expanded role in set pieces make him remain a top fantasy option regardless of the number of appearances on the scoresheet. Up next for Martinelli is Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Odegaard - Active performance versus Brighton Odegaard had five shots (one on target) and created four chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Odegaard had great numbers here but his stat line still didn't reflect the full impact he had on the game as the playmaker was the catalyst on most dangerous plays with every single offensive action going through him. Coming off having the most prolific campaign of his career last year, Odegaard doesn't look on pace to match those numbers but remains one of EPL's top fantasy performers at his position.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya - Keeps clean sheet versus Brighton Raya made one save and kept a clean sheet during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Raya returned to the net after being rested during midweek's UCL match and didn't have much work to do here, finishing the game with another easy clean sheet, his eight over 17 appearances in all competitions in his first campaign with the Gunners. Up next for the goalkeeper is Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edward Nketiah - Assists off bench versus Brighton Nketiah delivered an assist after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Nketiah was brought as part of a double substitution late in the game and needed only five minutes to make an impact as he set up Kai Havertz for the goal that sealed the 2-0 win with a beautiful pass in a counter-attack. With this goal and the assist during midweek's UCL game, the forward will hope to get more playing time during Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kai Havertz - Scores in win over Brighton Havertz scored a goal off four shots (one on target) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Havertz was having an off day here, being inaccurate in front of the net but then everything changed in the 87th minute when he appearing completely unmarked to beat the goalkeeper and seal the 2-0 win after being set up by Eddie Nketiah in a counter-attack. That's now four goals over the last seven appearances in all competitions for the attacker, who's starting to justify expectations in his first campaign with the Gunners.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Jesus - Scores in win over Brighton Jesus scored a goal off four shots (two on target) and created two chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Jesus returned to the starting XI after being rested during midweek's UCL match and opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 53rd minute as he appeared alone at the far post to head the ball home after the opposing defense failed to clear a corner kick from the left. That's now three goals and two assists over the last five starts in all competitions for Jesus, who will try to keep it up during Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League draw: USMNT stars set for showdown in Round of 16

The second-round pairings for the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League are set following Monday’s round of 16 draw in Nyon, Switzerland.

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Champions League draw: USMNT stars set for showdown in Round of 16

Liverpool, Man United's frustrating draw; Arsenal on top | The 2 Robbies Podcast (FULL)

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Liverpool, Man United battle to draw; Arsenal sit atop PL table | Premier League Update

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Kai Havertz nets Arsenal's second goal against Brighton | Premier League

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gabriel Jesus heads Arsenal 1-0 ahead of Brighton | Premier League

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Jorginho - Out with foot problem Jorginho (foot) is not in the squad to face Brighton on Sunday due to a foot problem.

Impact Jorginho misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the injury in the buildup. The full extent of injury should be revealed in the buildup to next week's top of the table clash with Liverpool.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Elneny - Injury not major concern Elneny (hamstring) avoided any sort of major injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We did a scan and it doesn't look too serious so he's going to be with us I think very soon...

Impact Elneny suffered the hamstring injury during Tuesday's one-all draw with PSV, but it appears that the update is purely good news for the midfielder. He avoided any major injuries and could be back with the club before the winter break. Elneny remains buried deep on the depth chart even when fully fit and available.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Magalhaes - 10 clearances in UCL clash Gabriel had two tackles (one won) and 10 clearances in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Gabriel had a solid game in the defense on Tuesday, notching a match-high of 10 clearances to go along with two tackles and one block. The Brazilian continues to be a regular starter in the Gunners side, starting in 18 of the club's 22 matches thus far, registering a decent 13 interceptions, 20 tackles and 50 clearances.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reiss Nelson - Assist in first start of season Nelson assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Nelson capitalized on his first start of the season, notching an assist on an Eddie Nketiah goal in the 42nd minute. This was Nelson's second assist of the season, both coming in UCL play. The attacker is still struggling to get consistent minutes with the first team, only appearing in 11 matches all season, registering seven shots, eight chances created, eight tackles and 10 crosses.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edward Nketiah - Scores opening goal Nketiah scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Nketiah bagged the opening goal of Tuesday's contest, scoring in the 42nd minute off of a Reiss Nelson assist. This was Nketiah's first goal in the UCL and his 6th overall on the season. He continues to be a second option up top despite starting against PSV, with Gabriel Jesus holding the starting spot since returning from injury. However, he still has managed to find minutes off the bench, appearing in all but three matches this season.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Ramsdale - Allows one against PSV Ramsdale registered four saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Ramsdale was decent Tuesday, making four saves while allowing one goal in the draw. This was the goalie's first appearance in the UCL this season, and it was also only his second appearance in 18 matches in all competitions. He will most likely return to the bench for Sunday's contest against Brighton, with David Raya moving back to his regular starting position.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Bayern eliminates Manchester United, Real Madrid finishes 6-0

Bayern Munich eliminated Manchester United from the Champions League on Tuesday, while Real Madrid finished group play perfect and Napoli ad...

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Champions League: Bayern eliminates Manchester United, Real Madrid finishes 6-0

Arsenal draws 1-1 at PSV Eindhoven in Champions League. Both teams already in knockout stage

Eddie Nketiah scored his first Champions League goal as Arsenal drew 1-1 at PSV Eindhoven

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

PSV vs. Arsenal: Extended Highlights | UCL Group Stage MD 6

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Mohamed Elneny - Hamstring injury confirmed Elneny came off with a hamstring injury during Tuesday's one-all draw with PSV.

Impact Elneny has essentially been surplus to requirements and now he's picked up a hamstring injury. It wouldn't be any sort of significant loss for the first team but it would certainly continue to spell while Elneny hasn't been included in anything more than dead rubber matches.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emile Smith-Rowe - Returns off bench Smith Rowe played one minute off the bench during Tuesday's one-all draw with PSV

Impact Smith Rowe made his return from a multi-week absence and was back to his same role off the bench. Injuries have derailed the past year or so for Smith Rowe but when on the pitch he is still clearly talented. He will hope to stay fit and pick up some rotational minutes in the coming weeks.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emile Smith-Rowe - Bench option against PSV Smith Rowe (knee) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against PSV.

Impact Smith Rowe is back in the team sheet for Arsenal, being on the bench for the club's final UCL group stage match. This ends an eight-match absence for the player, as he has finally recovered from a knock in his knee. He will most likely remain in a bench role, only having started one match before his injury.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jurrien Timber - Flying through recovery Timber (knee) is doing well in his recovery, manager Mikel Arteta announced. "He is doing very well. Obviously he's going through a really significant injury but he's flying to be...

Impact Timber is going through his recovery on or ahead of schedule as he works back from the ACL injury. It's a great update for the defender but he's still set for many more months on the sideline despite this encouraging update.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emile Smith-Rowe - Targeting Tuesday return Smith Rowe (knee) is targeting a return to action Tuesday against PSV, according to manager Mikel Arteta."I think he's on the right path, the way he's done his rehab, I haven't see...

Impact Smith Rowe made his way back into full training in the build up to Tuesday's clash and is now targeting a full return to first team action. The midfielder will hope to make the return without issue and finally start providing more depth on the wings in a busy December period.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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