Arsenal are preparing for their second Champions League game of the season which will come against Greek side Olympiacos.
The Gunners had a great weekend, beating Newcastle United 2-1 at St James’ Park on Sunday afternoon, it leaves them just two points behind league leaders Liverpool, who lost to Crystal Palace in a shock result on Saturday.
However, Mikel Arteta has no time to celebrate, as his side have a quick turnaround with a Champions League game on Wednesday night against Greek side Olympiacos.
The Gunners won their opening Champions League game against Athletic Bilbao, and are hoping to make it two from two at the Emirates on Wednesday night. But how could Arsenal line up in the game, and who could Arteta start? Press the next page to find out…
Kepa starts to rest David Raya in goal
GK – Kepa Arrizabalaga – Arteta may decide to give David Raya a rest so he could start Kepa in goal on Wednesday instead.
LB – Myles Lewis-Skelly – The 18-year-old has been the second choice to Riccardo Calafiori, but could get a start against Olympiacos this week.
CB – William Saliba – Saliba didn’t start the game against Newcastle on Sunday, so he would be more likely to start on Wednesday.
CB – Cristhian Mosquera – Mosquera started on Sunday, and played half of the game, he could start against Olympiacos to give Gabriel a rest.
RB – Jurrien Timber – Timber has been one of Arsenal’s most consistent players so far this season after a great year last year.
Odegaard returns to the Arsenal midfield
CM – Martin Zubimendi – The Spanish midfielder starts again this week after yet another impressive outing against Newcastle.
CM – Mikel Merino – Merino scored against Newcastle at the weekend, perhaps earning himself a start against Olympiacos.
CM – Martin Odegaard – The Arsenal captain is back from his injury, and so will be available for selection on Wednesday.
Martinelli in for Eze after a rest on Sunday
LW – Gabriel Martinelli – Martinelli didn’t start against Newcastle, as Trossard started on the left instead. He comes into the team, thus meaning that Eberechi Eze and Trossard are both dropped to the bench.
RW – Bukayo Saka – Saka keeps his place in the team, as Arteta has to start him as much as possible when he’s fit.
ST – Viktor Gyokeres – The Swedish striker won a penalty against Newcastle, but it was ruled out by VAR.
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