DrkeemAfter a win over Preston in midweek, spirits are back up again at Arsenal. The game was exactly what Arsenal needed from a Carabao Cup tie.
Youngster Ethan Nwaneri grabbed another goal on his second senior start while Gabriel Jesus also ended his nine-month drought. Now, Mikel Arteta must turn his attention back to the Premier League.
Whisper it quietly, but the trip to Newcastle is a huge match for Arsenal. They are already five points behind league leaders Manchester City, but Arteta is insisting he’s not sweating over it yet.
“You want to be first,” he said in his pre-match press conference. “We know the situations that we have to play with this season. We are right in the mix. We know the tough challenge that going to face tomorrow and we’re fully ready for that.”
Secretly though, Arteta will know Arsenal can’t afford to drop too many more points. It’s crucial he gets his team selection spot on. Here’s how we’re expecting the Gunners to line up at St. James’ Park.
Goalkeeper – David Raya
David Raya of Arsenal
Tommy Setford had a huge night on Wednesday, making his debut at Preston. David Raya will return to the goalkeeping position at Newcastle though.
Ben White and Gabriel of Arsenal celebrate their team’s
Gabriel and Ben White are both doubts for Arsenal’s clash with Newcastle.
After a win over Preston in midweek, spirits are back up again at Arsenal. The game was exactly what Arsenal needed from a Carabao Cup tie.
Youngster Ethan Nwaneri grabbed another goal on his second senior start while Gabriel Jesus also ended his nine-month drought. Now, Mikel Arteta must turn his attention back to the Premier League.
Whisper it quietly, but the trip to Newcastle is a huge match for Arsenal. They are already five points behind league leaders Manchester City, but Arteta is insisting he’s not sweating over it yet.
“You want to be first,” he said in his pre-match press conference. “We know the situations that we have to play with this season. We are right in the mix. We know the tough challenge that going to face tomorrow and we’re fully ready for that.”
Secretly though, Arteta will know Arsenal can’t afford to drop too many more points. It’s crucial he gets his team selection spot on. Here’s how we’re expecting the Gunners to line up at St. James’ Park.
Goalkeeper – David Raya
David Raya of Arsenal
Tommy Setford had a huge night on Wednesday, making his debut at Preston. David Raya will return to the goalkeeping position at Newcastle though
Right back – Thomas partey
Ben White has picked up a fresh joint issue after struggling with groin problems earlier this season. With Thomas Partey playing so well at right back against Liverpool, there doesn’t seem to be a need to rush him back.
Centre-back – William Saliba
Arsenal defender William Saliba
William Saliba would have been devastated to miss last week’s draw with Liverpool. He’ll hope to make up for it against Newcastle.
Centre-back – Gabriel
Gabriel’s injury against Liverpool, thankfully wasn’t as bad as first feared. He should be fine to start against Newcastle
Left-back – Jurrien Timber
Jurrien Timber was brought off at half-time against Preston to save him for this match. Expect him to start against Newcastle at left-back.
Central midfield – Declan Rice
Declan Rice quietly had one of his best games of the season against Liverpool. He’ll want to keep that form up at Newcastle after a night off a Preston
Central midfield – Mikel Merino
Mikel Merino was very good once again at Preston after grabbing his first goal against Liverpool. He’ll be extra motivated to star against his old club.
Right wing – Bukayo Saka
No player has created more chances than Bukayo Saka in the Premier League this season. After more minutes in his legs against Preston, expect him to keep that up.
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