Probable lineup for Arsenal in their Premier League meeting with Leeds United at the Emirates has been revealed.
Arsenal team news ahead of kickoff against Leeds
Arsenal earned a 1-0 victory against Manchester United last weekend, thanks more to grit than style. Now, they prepare for Leeds with injury concerns piling up.
Kai Havertz has been ruled out after suffering a knee issue. Meanwhile, Ben White and Christian Norgaard each missed training this week. This means Mikel Arteta has some gaps to fill. Gabriel Jesus is still out from his ACL injury, so the attack rests once again on Viktor Gyokeres. He will be keen to build on a lively debut.
In the meantime, Eberechi Eze is close to signing but hasn’t been registered in time to feature. On the other hand, Leeds, arrive confident after their late winner over Everton. Daniel Farke’s side will fancy their chances of unsettling the Gunners under the lights at the Emirates.
Arteta counting on new stars
Predicted Arsenal XI: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel , Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Gyokeres.
Predicted Arsenal Substitutes: Kepa, Kiwior, Zinchenko, Lewis-Skelly, Mosquera, Merino, Nwaneri, Madueke, Trossard.
While there are setbacks, Arteta is expected to stick with much of the side that got the job done in Manchester. Should the head coach need to change the game, will have good attacking substitutions in place.
This is a strong squad on paper, with a nice mix of youth and experience. Yet, the fans are eager to see how this team can be consistent. Leeds will look to punish any errors from the Gunners. So, should Arsenal expect to maintain their 100% record they will need to impose their rhythm early on.
Author’s Opinion
Arsenal have enough depth to edge this one, even with injuries biting. The real question is whether Arteta’s men can turn narrow wins into dominant displays. Leeds won’t roll over, so Gunners must be sharper than they were at Old Trafford.