Fleetwood vs Arsenal: SSC Napoli v Arsenal FC - UEFA Champions League 2026 27 Phase MD1 Viktor Gyokeres of Arsenal FC looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2026 27 League Phase MD1 match between SSC Napoli and Arsenal FC at Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on September 09, 2026
Fleetwood vs Arsenal: SSC Napoli v Arsenal FC - UEFA Champions League 2026 27 Phase MD1 Viktor Gyokeres of Arsenal FC looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2026 27 League Phase MD1 match between SSC Napoli and Arsenal FC at Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on September 09, 2026
Last Word on Football brings you the latest team news and the confirmed lineups for Fleetwood vs Arsenal on October 27 in a 20:00 GMT Carabao Cup kick-off. Fleetwood are struggling for form in the league, while Arsenal are joint top in the Premier League. It’s difficult to see Arteta’s team being upset, but there is always magic present in the cup.
Fleetwood vs Arsenal, Team News and Confirmed Lineups
Fleetwood Team News
Lewis McCann will be missing for the League Two side, serving a one-game ban after his yellow card against Sheffield United, his second of the tournament.
Rhys Bennett is back after suspension; Andy Cannon could be available after injury, while Kane Thompson-Sommers remains out through long-term injury.
Speaking to BBC Radio Lancashire about the magnitude of this game, Fleetwood Town manager Matt Lawlor said:
“It is an amazing night for the club and an amazing night for the fans, the town and the area. We have sold out for the first time in 11 or 12 years which is unbelievable and it is an amazing thing to be a part of,” he said.
“We are glad that it is here and we are glad that we are welcoming the best team in the country and the champions of last year – to Highbury.
“The champions are coming to town on our patch and it’s on telly so if you can’t get up for this game you can’t get up for any game. The players need to be excited for it but while respect is through the roof, the fear can’t be.”
Fleetwood vs Arsenal: Team News and Predicted Lineups
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Arsenal Team News
In his pre-match press conference, Mikel Arteta was asked if Max Dowman would start against Fleetwood, and he smiled and said: “Let’s see.”
“Well, let’s see. Let’s see tomorrow where everybody is because individually as well we have put so much demand on so many players. And see how we can now plan the next week,” said the Gunners boss when asked if this game presented an opportunity for fringe players to force their way into his team.
When asked about Viktor Gyokeres and the importance of him getting a goal against Fleetwood:
“Yeah, I think he was unlucky two or three moments. He’s in front of goal, he’s won the position to both centre-backs and the ball doesn’t get there. But he’s done a lot of good things I think today again and we need to keep insisting. I think he had a really good contribution in Munich as well when he came on. He helped us to change the game and that’s what we need from all of them.”
Fleetwood Confirmed Lineup
This section will be updated once the lineup is confirmed.
Arsenal Confirmed Lineup
This section will be updated once the lineup is confirmed.
The Last Word: Fleetwood vs Arsenal
Could we see a huge upset at Highbury Stadium? We don’t believe so. Arsenal will undoubtedly make changes, but they will likely have more than enough to win this game comfortably. With Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, and Martin Zubimendi likely to start, the Gunners should continue their Carabao Cup charge.
Gunners fans will be hoping to see 16-year-old prodigy Max Dowman start. Sometimes when several changes are made, there could be a continuity error, and if Fleetwood can produce a perfect performance and Arsenal dip, could we maybe see a shock? No; Arsenal will be in the hat for the next round.
Prediction: Fleetwood 1-4 Arsenal
Further Reading
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