Arsenal Team News Page 72 - Soccer

Oleksandr Zinchenko - Training ahead of Palace clash Zinchenko (calf) was pictured in training ahead of Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Zinchenko was thought to be fine for the opener against Nottingham Forest, but it looks like he was given a few extra days of rest and could be ready to start Saturday. With Jurrien Timber out an extended period, Zinchenko should be back in his usual left-back role when ready with Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney able to help when needed.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal signs goalkeeper David Raya from Brentford to provide competition for Aaron Ramsdale

Arsenal has signed goalkeeper David Raya from Brentford on a season-long loan

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Transfer Centre LIVE! Romeo Lavia, Harry Maguire, David De Gea and Gabriel Magalhaes latest Transfer Centre

AUGUST 15, 2023 • SKY.COM

David Raya - Joining Gunners on loan Raya will link up with Arsenal on loan this season after signing a new two-year deal with parent-club Brentford.

Impact Raya sat out the season opener for Brentford with this move expected to be finalized shortly. With his new club, Raya figures to supplant Aaron Ramsdale as the preferred option between the sticks. The agreement between the two clubs includes an option for Arsenal to make the deal permanent during the 2024 summer transfer window.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Arsenal defender Timber suffers serious knee injury Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has suffered a serious knee injury and is expected to now be out for a lengthy period of time. The 22-year-o...

AUGUST 14, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Jurrien Timber - Could face months out with knee injury Timber may be out several months with fears he suffered damage to his meniscus, reports James Benge of CBS Sports.

Impact This is not the news Arsenal were looking for, as Timber got a debut league start in the opener to only go down with a serious injury. The length of his absence is dependent upon the specifics, but at a minimum, it appears Timber will be out months and not weeks. Until Oleksandr Zinchenko is ready to feature, Takehiro Tomiyasu may start at left-back in upcoming matches.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jurrien Timber - Still being evalauted Timber (lower leg) was be evaluated over the coming week in the lead-up to Monday's matchup with Crystal Palace. Manager Mikel Arteta told reporters, "No, the officials, the doctor...

Impact Arteta didn't offer any insight as to the nature of Timber's injury, so fantasy players will likely have to wait for further updates later in the week. Before being taken off the pitch, the central defender managed one tackle and one clearance in 50 minutes of action. Both Gabriel and Takehiro Tomiyasu, who subbed on for Tiimber, could be options for the starting XI if Timber is unable to play versus the Eagles.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Odegaard - Registers three shots in win Odegaard registered three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Odegaard had a decent match against Nottingham, nothing three crosses, three shots, and one chance created in his 90 minutes of play. The Norwegian midfielder wasn't as involved in the match as he usually is but still found space on the edge of the box multiple times to create opportunities for Arsenal. Odegaard will be a normal starter this whole season if he avoids injury after starting 37 of 38 matches last season and will always be a good shout for a goal contribution being the Gunner's midfield maestro.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

William Saliba - Picks up rare assist Saliba assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Saliba bagged an abnormal assist in Saturday's match after finding Bukayo Saka for Arsenal's second goal of the match. It is only Saliba's second assist in the Premier League since joining Arsenal last season. The central defender had no real contribution in the back against Nottingham due to Arsenal controlling the ball, only notching a clearance in the defense.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Martinelli - Provides assist in win Martinelli assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Martinelli had a very strong start to the game, picking up an assist in the 26th minute, but his production started to die off before being subbed off in the 86th minute. It was a strong first 45 for the Brazilian but after the half time break he struggled to contribute to the match and was lucky to not pick up a yellow card for a silly challenge. Martinelli is sure to be a normal starter once again this season after breaking into the scene last year with 20 goal contribution's in his 34 matches in the Premier League.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edward Nketiah - Scores opening goal Nketiah scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Nketiah scored Arsenal's opening goal of the match on a thunderous strike into the bottom corner from within the box. Other than his goal the 24-year-old had a fairly poor game, only contributing three shots in a game controlled by Arsenal. He was given the start in Saturday's season opener due to Gabriel Jesus still being sidelined with a knee injury but could be back on the bench as early as next match. Jesus is still considered a game time decision for the Crystal Palace match but if he is considered healthy Nketiah could be back to his normal bench role.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bukayo Saka - Scores winning goal against Forest Saka scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Sara looked great in Arsenal's season opener, scoring a beautiful goal on a curling shot from outside the box. The 21-year-old looked like his normal self creating chaos in the attack, providing three shots, nine crosses and three chances created in the match. The young winger is keen on a great 23-24 season and could be set for another great match as he takes on the much weaker Crystal Palace in his next match.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Ramsdale - Loses clean sheet late Ramsdale had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Ramsdale had a particularly quiet game in net, only facing two shots on target, but still failed to keep a clean sheet in Saturday's win. You could say he was unfortunate to lose his clean sheet in the 82nd minute, but ultimately the English keeper could've done better in his attempt at a save. Ramsdale tied for second in clean sheets last season with 14 and has a great chance at his first this season against Crystal Palace in Arsenal's next match.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Saka sparkles as Arsenal opens EPL season with win. Newcastle sends statement by dismantling Villa

Arsenal wingers Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka have lit up the opening Saturday of the Premier League season with an audacious assist and a curling long-range strike that helpe...

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arsenal beats Forest 2-1 in EPL opener delayed by ticketing malfunction

Arsenal’s Premier League opener featured a delayed start and a nervy finish before ending in a 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest.

AUGUST 12, 2023

Arsenal beats Forest 2-1 in EPL opener delayed by ticketing malfunction

Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest: Eddie Nketiah and Bukayo Saka fire Gunners to opening Premier League win Match report and highlights as Arsenal began their Premier League season with a 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest; after a half hour delay to k...

AUGUST 12, 2023 • SKY.COM

Bukayo Saka's screamer gives Arsenal 2-0 lead over Nottingham Forest | Premier League

AUGUST 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Jurrien Timber - Picks up injury in season opener Timber suffered a lower leg injury during Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest and was forced to leave the contest in the second half.

Impact Timber picked up the injury in the final stages of the first half, and while he entered the game and tried to give it a go after the break, he ended up departing the contest just five minutes after the break. Takehiro Tomiyasu replaced him, and whether Timber will recover in time for the Aug. 21 road contest against Crystal Palace remains to be seen. Tomiyasu would appear as the first option to replace him if he is forced to miss extended time.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oleksandr Zinchenko - Will miss Nottingham Forest bout Zinchenko (calf) is unavailable for Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Zinchenko was set to be a late call as he's close to being healthy, but he ultimately didn't pass the final fitness test. Jurrien Timber is getting the start at left-back.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reiss Nelson - Good to go for Nottingham Forest tilt Nelson (foot) is a substitute option for Saturday's game versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Nelson has been nursing a foot injury throughout the summer but has been able to shake it off in time to be available for the first match of the season. He'll be eased into action. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli are getting the nod on the flanks.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Albert Sambi Lokonga - Unavailable Saturday Lokonga is unfit to play Saturday versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Lokonga hasn't been practicing regularly for a while and won't be available for the opener, also because he might be on the move before deadline day.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jorginho - Available against Nottingham Forest Jorginho (strain) is a bench option for Saturday's game versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Jorginho is good to go as anticipated by the coach, but he'll at most see some action off the bench. Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and Martin Odegaard are starting in the midfield.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Folarin Balogun - Out against Nottingham Forest Balogun (foot) didn't make the match-day squad list to face Nottingham Forest Saturday.

Impact Balogun has been dealing with a foot problem in recent weeks and hasn't been able to shake it off in time for the opener. Some transfer market reasons could also be in play concerning his availability.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal lineup, starting 11 for 2023/24 season: Rice, Timber and Havertz set to start season Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta will be looking to find the perfect team balance from the start of the 2023/24 season on the back of a big spendin...

AUGUST 11, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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