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Arsenal Have the Best Squad in World Football — Mikel Obi Declares on The Obi One Podcast

Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel has joined the growing list of football figures praising Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, describing the Gunners as the most complete team in the game right now. The former Nigerian international, known for his honest and measured takes, couldn’t hide his admiration for the depth and balance in Arsenal’s current squad.

Speaking on The Obi One Podcast via the the official X handle, Mikel highlighted how Arsenal’s transformation under Arteta has elevated them beyond domestic rivals and placed them among Europe’s elite. He noted that their strength is not just in their starting XI but in the quality of players available on the bench a key factor in sustaining success across multiple competitions.

John Mikel Obi (Photo Credit - The Obi One Podcast via Instagram)
John Mikel Obi (Photo Credit – The Obi One Podcast via Instagram)

According to him, no other team in world football currently matches Arsenal’s overall squad depth and ability to change games from the bench. He said;

Arsenal have the best squad, not just in the Premier League, not just in England… In world football right now, I bet you there’s no better squad. Depth squad. Name one squad—you’re not talking about the 11 that start—what do you have on the bench that comes in and win games? Arsenal, it’s not better sometimes. It’s not just the starting 11 that wins your game; it’s who you bring off the bench.

Mikel’s comments come at a time when Arsenal have been nothing short of exceptional. The Gunners currently sit top of the Premier League table, showcasing their consistency and composure under Mikel Arteta. Their latest win a narrow but deserved 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace came courtesy of former Palace player Eberechi Eze, whose performances continue to impress in red and white.

Still on the Obi one podcast, Mikel obi had alot of other talking points, he believes that this could be Arsenal’s year and they could go all the way to win the premier league title. Watch the full video below:

🫣 ‘IT’S ARSENAL’S TO LOSE’ 🔴

Even @mikel_john_obi is coming round to the thinking that this WILL be Arsenal’s year… 👀

📈 4pts clear in the table
⚽ Just 3 goals conceded
🔐 6 clean sheets in nine games pic.twitter.com/AWQ2TlEndh

— The Obi One Podcast (@obionepodcast) October 27, 2025

In Europe, Arsenal have been just as ruthless. Their 4-0 demolition of Atlético Madrid extended their perfect record in the Champions League this season, positioning them among the favourites to go all the way.

For Mikel, Arsenal’s rise is no fluke it’s the product of smart recruitment, elite coaching, and remarkable team spirit. Coming from a Chelsea legend, his endorsement speaks volumes about how far the Gunners have come.

Bukayo Saka Set for New Arsenal Deal as Contract Talks Progress Smoothly

Arsenal are making positive strides in negotiations to extend Bukayo Saka’s contract, with discussions said to be progressing smoothly between the club and the player’s representatives. The England international has continued to be one of the Gunners’ standout performers, and the club is eager to secure his long-term future at the Emirates.

Softfootball earlier reported that Arsenal successfully extended the contract of William Saliba earlier this season as part of their wider effort to retain their young core, and Saka’s new deal appears to be the next major step in that plan.

Bukayo Saka (Photo Credit: Arsenal website)
Bukayo Saka (Photo Credit: Arsenal website)

According to Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, salary details are currently being discussed, but all parties remain confident that an agreement will be reached soon. Romano shared;

Arsenal are progressing well in talks with Bukayo Saka and his camp over new contract. Salary details being discussed but all parties involved aligned and convinced to move forward together. Talks were already underway before the summer window, proceeding well.

Saka, who has become one of Arsenal’s most influential players under Mikel Arteta, recently admitted that he’s embraced his leadership role within the team, saying he’s grown into the responsibility of leading this side.

Bukayo Saka (Photo Credit: Arsenal website)
Bukayo Saka (Photo Credit: Arsenal website)

The 24-year-old has been instrumental once again this season, both in domestic and European competitions, and a new long-term deal would further show Arsenal’s commitment to building around their academy grown star.

Securing Saka’s future would also send a strong message about Arsenal’s ambitions moving forward. The winger remains a symbol of the club’s progress under Arteta – homegrown, consistent, and driven to win. With both sides reportedly on the same page, it’s only a matter of time before fans see their star man commit his long-term future to the red half of North London.

Arsenal vs Brighton: Gunners Aim to Keep Momentum Despite Injury Woes

Arsenal face Brighton at the Emirates on Tuesday night in the Carabao Cup fourth round, and it’s coming at a tricky time for Mikel Arteta’s side. The Gunners are unbeaten in ten matches and flying high in the Premier League, but the squad’s looking thinner than he’d like right now.

Their recent 1–0 win over Crystal Palace, which Softfootball described as a grind that champions find a way to win, summed up their character this season. Arsenal looked composed, even with several key absentees. Brighton, though, come into this tie licking their wounds after a 4–2 defeat at Old Trafford in a night where Softfootball highlighted Bruno Fernandes’ class in his 300th United appearance.

Manchester United vs Brighton (Photo Credit: Brighton via X)
Manchester United vs Brighton (Photo Credit: Brighton via X)

Team News

Arsenal’s injury list keeps growing. Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Jesus are all out with mostly knee or ligament issues, and Jurriën Timber might not make it either. Truth be told, that’s a big blow for Arteta, but he’s managed worse. His team have kept five clean sheets in a row, showing just how organised they have become.

Expect Kepa Arrizabalaga to stay in goal behind Ben White, Christian Mosquera, Piero Hincapie, and 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly. Norgaard will anchor midfield with Eze and Merino. Up front, Ethan Nwaneri, Leandro Trossard, and Viktor Gyökeres should lead the attack.

Viktor Gyrokeres after scoring for Arsenal (Photo Credit : Arsenal X handle)
Viktor Gyrokeres after scoring for Arsenal (Photo Credit : Arsenal X handle)

Brighton aren’t in perfect shape either. Adam Webster, Solly March, and Jack Hinshelwood are long-term absentees, while doubts remain over Kaoru Mitoma, Joel Veltman, and Diego Gómez. Fabian Hurzeler might stick with Simon Adingra, Georginio Rutter, and Danny Welbeck, who’s always up for a big night in North London.

Possible Lineups

Arsenal (4-3-3): Kepa; White, Mosquera, Hincapie, Lewis-Skelly; Eze, Norgaard, Merino; Nwaneri, Gyokeres, Trossard.
Brighton (4-2-3-1): Steele; Wieffer, Dunk, Boscagli, De Cuyper; Milner, Ayari; Gomez, Rutter, Minteh; Welbeck.

Piero Hincapie (Photo Credit: Arsenal via X)
Piero Hincapie (Photo Credit: Arsenal via X)

Arsenal, via their official X account, posted Eberechi Eze’s first Premier League goal for Arsenal, a stunning volley against his former club Crystal Palace which marked a significant moment in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory, extending their unbeaten run to seven matches and securing their 700th Premier League win.

Watch the video below:

Ebere Eze's first Premier League goal for The Arsenal: The Director's Cut ✂ pic.twitter.com/ZOJDYclWnZ

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 27, 2025

Softfootball’s Prediction

There’s a sense this could go either way. Brighton have hit some wild form in the cup—those back-to-back 6–0 wins show their depth—but Arsenal at home are a different animal. They have got structure, patience, and that bit of swagger you only get from an unbeaten run.

Prediction: Arsenal 2–1 Brighton.

Sabiq futbolçu “Arsenal”ın müdafiəçisini təriflədi: “Haland qədər vacibdir”

“Liverpul”un sabiq oyunçusu Cimi Karrager “Arsenal”ın müdafiəçisi Qabriel Maqalesin oyununu yüksək qiymətləndirib.

Komanda.az “Sky Sports”-a istinadən xəbər verir ki, o, braziliyalı futbolçunun vacib oyunçulardan olduğunu söyləyib:

“Düşünürəm ki, Qabriel hazırda Premyer Liqada ən təsirli oyunçudur. O, fantastik müdafiəçidir, “Arsenal”ın bu qədər az qol buraxmasının səbəbi və həmçinin, standart zərbələr zamanı rəqiblər üçün real təhlükədir. O, Erlinq Haland kimi oyunçular qədər vacibdir”.

“Arsenal” son turda “Kristal Pelas” üzərində 1:0 hesablı qələbə qazanaraq, turnir cədvəlində rəqibləri üzərində üstünlüyünü artırıb. Komanda 9 turdan sonra 22 xalla Premyer Liqada birinci yerdədir.

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Saka ilə 5 illik müqavilə imzalanacaq

“Arsenal”ın yarımmüdafiəçisi Bukayo Saka klub rəhbərliyi ilə yeni müqavilə haqda razılığa gəlməyə yaxındır.

Komanda.az xarici KİV-ə istinadən xəbər verir ki, tərəflər demək olar ki, razılığa gəliblər. Yeni müqaviləyə əsasən, 24 yaşlı futbolçunun həftəlik maaşı təxminən 343 min avro olacaq və bu, onu komandanın ən çox qazanan oyunçusu edəcək. Yarımmüdafiəçinin “Arsenal”la müqaviləsi beş il müddətinə uzadılacaq.

Sakanın London klubu ilə hazırkı müqaviləsi 2027-ci ilin yayında başa çatır. O, bu mövsüm 10 oyunda meydana çıxıb və 3 qol vurub.

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Eberechi Eze scores against former club as Arsenal beat Crystal Palace to extend Premier League lead (Video)

Arsenal are now four points ahead of the nearest rival in the Premier League title race – it happens to be Bournemouth – having beaten Crystal Palace 1-0 at the Emirates on Sunday. Palace fans won’t be happy that the man who scored Arsenal’s winner, in a top manner at that, is their former star […]

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“Arsenal”ı ikinci edən göstərici

“Arsenal” İngiltərə Premeyr Liqasında 700-cü qələbəsini qazanıb.

Futbolpress.az xəbər verir ki, “topçular”ın yubileyi IX turun “Kristal Pelas”la ev oyununa (1:0) təsadüf edib.

“Arsenal” çempionatda qələbə sayında yalnız “Mançester Yunayted”dən geri qalır. “Qırmızı şeytanlar”ın aktivində 760 qələbə var.

“Arsenal” Premyer Liqada qələbə sayına görə ikinci oldu

“Arsenal” komandası futbol üzrə İngiltərə Premyer Liqasında qazandığı qələbələrin sayına görə ikinci kluba çevrilib. Arena.az bu barədə Britaniya mətbuatına istinadən xəbər verir. London təmsilçisi bunu çempionatın 9-cu turunda “Kristal Pelas”la görüşdə reallaşdırıb. Qarşılaşma “topçular”ın 1:0 hesablı qələbəsi ilə başa çatıb. Bu, komandanın 700-cü qələbəsi olub.

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Arteta makes bold promise to Arsenal fans about Piero Hincapié

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has promised fans that they would enjoy new signing Piero Hincapié because he is a very good player, Softfootball reports.

The Ecuadorian centerback made his premier league debut as a substitute as Arsenal defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 courtesy a first half goal by former Eagles midfielder, Eberechi Eze.

Piero Hincapié and Mikel Arteta. Photo Credit: Arsenal Media.
Piero Hincapié and Mikel Arteta. Photo Credit: Arsenal Media.

In a post shared by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, Arteta was praising the player and made a promise to Arsenal fans.

Arteta: Our fans are gonna love Piero Hincapié, mark my words. It’s great to have Piero on the pitch. You could sense immediately his aggression, his commitment in every action that he does.

Piero Hincapié joined Arsenal on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. The deal includes an option to buy the 23-year-old defender for £45m (around €52 million). If the option is triggered, Hincapié has reportedly agreed to a five-year contract.

Hincapié enjoyed a fine debut against Crystal Palace, playing alongside Gabriel in the heart of Arsenal defense, they managed to keep a clean sheet. With William Saliba set to be out for a few matches after he picked a knock at the weekend, Arsenal fans will hope Hincapié can deliver top performance every week.

Arsenal are currently four points clear on top of the premier league and will return to action on Wednesday when they host Arsenal in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup at the Emirates.

Timber happy with Arsenal’s consistency after narrow win over Crystal Palace

Arsenal defender, Jurrien Timber says he is happy with the consistency of his team and hopes something great could happen for them this season, Softfootball reports.

The former Ajax star was in action for 90 minutes on Sunday as Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 1-0 inside the Emirates stadium. The victory against the Eagles pushed the Gunners four points clear at the top of the Premier League and they’ve now kept five consecutive clean sheets in all competitions.

Jurrien Timber (Photo Credit - Arsenal via X)
Jurrien Timber (Photo Credit – Arsenal via X)

Speaking in the post-match interview shared via Arsenal’s official X handle. Timber said: 

Everyone plays a part in it, but it’s a good thing and a good foundation to build on. From that standard, you just have to keep getting better and be consistent in what we do, and then throughout the whole season, hopefully we’ll turn into something beautiful.

It gives you confidence and it shows that we’re doing really well, and also, if it’s for multiple games in a row, I think it says something about consistency. We just have to keep that going game-by-game, keep improving, look at what we can do better still, but also take that feeling with you, that confidence and go into the next game with the same mindset.

Former Crystal Palace midfielder, Eberechi Eze scored the alone goal of the match in the first half of the encounter through an audacious half volley. The Gunners tried to extend their lead but the Eagles held firm and also could not get a goal as it ended 1-0.

Meanwhile, there was a little concern for Arsenal as France international William Saliba went off with a knock. Mikel Arteta will hope it is not too serious as they prepare to face Brighton in the fourth round of the English FA Cup on Wednesday.  

I probably value this victory more than any other this season — Arteta win against Palace

After seeing his side edge a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace which was the team’s 700th Premier League win, the Arsenal manager admitted that the result was one of the most significant of the campaign, especially given the challenges of a tight fixture schedule and Palace’s strong organisation under their new setup, Softfootball reports.

Arteta also praised his players for their stability and determination, while acknowledging that his team had to dig deep to secure the clean sheet and vital three points.

Arteta (Photo Credit - Official Arsenal Website)
Arteta (Photo Credit – Official Arsenal Website)

Speaking in his post match presser shared via the club’s X handle, Arteta had a lot to reflect on the importance of this victory, he stated;

I just told the boys that I probably value this victory more than any other victory this season, because we knew the difficulty of it after playing every three days. We had a big opportunity as well with the things that happened during this weekend and I knew we played against a team that, in my opinion, has been one of the best recently in terms of organisation, how difficult they make it, how frustrated they can make you, and the moment that you lose that concentration, they will punish you.

Mikel Arteta (Photo Credit: Arsenal Website)
Mikel Arteta (Photo Credit: Arsenal Website)

We have managed to be very stable, playing the game that we have to play. In the first half we were a bit stuck, but we found a way to score a goal and in the second half we attacked better and were more fluent. But with 1-0, we knew that we had to suffer because a team has to score goals to beat any other opponent this season, so to keep the clean sheet is very important.

The club posted the link to the full post-match press conference via its official X handle , inviting fans to read Arteta’s complete reflections on Ebere Eze’s performance, player fitness, and the significance of the result,

🗞 Eze’s performance
🗞 Player fitness
🗞 The importance of today's win

Every word from Mikel Arteta’s post-Crystal Palace presser 👇https://t.co/NB8HuVLwhH pic.twitter.com/7rDEJ2ZLtK

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 26, 2025

Arsenal remain top of the Premier League table following the win and continue to impress in the UEFA Champions League, having beaten Atlético Madrid 4-0 to stay perfect in their European campaign. As the season progresses, Arteta insists that maintaining focus and momentum will be key, adding that his players must continue to stay humble, work hard, and take every opportunity to improve.

Eberechi Eze Redefines Arsenal’s Creativity as Arteta’s New No.10 Sparks Title Charge

Since joining Arsenal from Crystal Palace for £67.5 million in August 2025, Eberechi Eze has quickly become the creative spark that Mikel Arteta’s side seemed to be missing. Wearing the iconic No. 10 shirt, a number steeped in North London history, Eberechi Eze has injected flair, unpredictability, and a calm confidence into Arsenal’s attacking play, easing some of the creative burden once shouldered by Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard.

His first Premier League goal today, a clever improvised volley from a Declan Rice free-kick in a 1-0 win over his former club, was more than just a strike; it felt symbolic. It captured Arsenal’s growing reliance on set pieces, with 11 of their 16 goals this season coming from dead-ball situations, the highest ratio ever recorded in Premier League history.

Eberechi Eze scores. Photo credit: Arsenal Media
Eberechi Eze scores. Photo credit: Arsenal Media

Softfootball understands Eze’s influence has gone beyond numbers, though the stats still impress, with three assists and two goals already, and a 87% pass accuracy, and 2.3 key passes per match. It’s very easy to see why Arteta compared his style to that of Santi Cazorla and Tomáš Rosický, as it is evident that the 27-year-old reads the game like few others.

Against Crystal Palace, Eze was just unplayable and was rightfully voted the best player of the match in a voting poll set by Arsenal via their official X account.

They posted;

Another collective team effort.

Time to pick your Player of the Match, Gooners 🗳

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 26, 2025

Tactically, the Spaniard has reshaped his system to get the best out of him. With Viktor Gyökeres drifting into wide channels and Piero Hincapie or Riccardo Calafiori pushing high up the flanks, Eze finds those half-spaces where he can turn, glide, and dictate tempo.

At 27, Eze looks like a man entering his prime. His blend of finesse and fearlessness is giving Arsenal something they’ve missed since the Özil days. And with 22 points from nine matches, it feels like something special is brewing again in North London.

Arsenal record 700th premier league wins as Eze nets winner against Crystal Palace

Eberechi Eze was the hero for Arsenal in the premier league match-day 9 as he scored the winner against his former side Crystal Palace at the Emirates to help the North London side record its 700th win in the competition, Softfootball reports.

The Gunners thrashed Laliga giants Atletico Madrid 4-0 in midweek and followed it up with a 1-0 win over the Eagles which gives them a four points lead ontop of the table following defeats for Manchester City and Liverpool this weekend.

Eberechi Eze scores. Photo credit: Arsenal Media
Eberechi Eze scores. Photo credit: Arsenal Media

Arsenal celebrated the hard-earned win via their official X handle as it gives them a considerable lead on table of the table.

🎶 One-nil to The Arsenal 🎶 pic.twitter.com/uooGOkYjsn

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 26, 2025

Eze moved to the Emirates for £67m in the summer and has already integrated with his new teammates. His first half goal came from another trademark Arsenal set-piece. Former West Ham Captain, Declan Rice curled a free-kick into the area which was knocked down by Gabriel before Eze finished acrobatically.

The Eagles, who lost to AEK Larnaca on Thursday night pushed for the equalizer with Jean-Philippe Mateta battling against the solid Arsenal defence but the Gunners stayed solid as David Raya in goal kept another clean sheet this season.

Arsenal celebrated their 700th premier league win in the premier league via their official X handle.

Celebrating another massive club milestone – together ✊ pic.twitter.com/uShEfgQaOR

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 26, 2025

However, at the other side of the pitch Arsenal nearly doubled their lead in the second half when Gabriel hit the crossbar with a powerful header before England international, Bukayo Saka curled an effort from the edge of the penalty area but it went off target.

Arsenal held on for the all important three points. The Gunners are now unbeaten in 10 matches in all competitions. The North London side are top of the table with 22 points followed by Bournemouth with 18 points while Crystal Palace sit 10th with 13 points.

Gabriel Jesus aims to see out Arsenal contract

Gabriel Jesus has pledged his future to Arsenal, confirming he plans to remain at the club until his contract ends in June 2027. The Brazilian striker, recovering from knee surgery after an ACL injury in January, is close to returning to action. Despite ongoing speculation about a potential exit in the next transfer window—especially with […]

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Gabriel Jesus aims to see out Arsenal contract

Gabriel Jesus has pledged his future to Arsenal, confirming he plans to remain at the club until his contract ends in June 2027. The Brazilian striker, recovering from knee surgery after an ACL injury in January, is close to returning to action. Despite ongoing speculation about a potential exit in the next transfer window—especially with […]

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Mikel Arteta on Arsenal’s Set-Piece Mastery: I See the Game in a Different Way

Mikel Arteta has again underlined his evolving football philosophy, insisting he doesn’t separate open play from set pieces but views the sport as one continuous flow. Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Crystal Palace on October 26, 2025, the Gunners’ boss said, as posted by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account:

Look, I don’t see the game in open play and set pieces. I see the game in a different way.

His comments come as Arsenal prepare for another crucial London derby, having already extended their beautiful start to the season, as reported by Softfootball.

❤🤍 Arteta on Arsenal and set pieces: “Look, I don’t see the game in open play and set-pieces. I see the game in a different way”. pic.twitter.com/zyw8Qmv59d

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 25, 2025

Arteta believes football does not stop, stressing that transitions between phases are connected. That belief has driven Arsenal’s remarkable form this term. The Gunners have scored 10 set-piece goals in just eight league games — the earliest any team has hit double digits in Premier League history. Their precision was also evident in the 4–0 demolition of Atlético Madrid in the Champions League, as reported by Softfootball.

Arteta’s focus on dead-ball dominance started a decade ago. He revealed:

Ten years ago, I said it’s a massive thing to do. I started to have a vision, implement a method, and surround myself with the best people to deliver that.

That’s how Nicolas Jover, Arsenal’s set-piece coach, became a vital figure in the project.

Arteta (Photo Credit - Official Arsenal Website)
Arteta (Photo Credit – Official Arsenal Website)

Despite critics saying Arsenal rely too heavily on set plays — with only five open-play goals this season — Arteta remains unmoved. He said:

No, not at all. Football’s not open play and set pieces. It’s one whole game.

Gabriel Magalhães (Photo Credit: Arsenal via X)
Gabriel Magalhães (Photo Credit: Arsenal via X)

With just three league goals conceded, Arsenal boast the best defensive record in the Premier League. Arteta believes that’s no coincidence. He said:

The teams with the best defensive records, most of the time, win the title. The stronger we are with the foundations, the more probability we have of winning.

His message is clear — for Arsenal, set pieces are not shortcuts; they are part of a bigger, flowing idea. Football, as Arteta sees it, is never static. It’s always learning, always moving.

Arsenal vs Crystal Palace: Gunners Eye Another Win in London Derby Showdown

Premier League leaders Arsenal host Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, 26 October 2025, for a London derby that promises fireworks. The Gunners, under Mikel Arteta, have made a blistering start to the campaign, winning six of eight of their opening league matches and extending their dominance in Europe with a 4–0 thrashing of Atlético Madrid in midweek.

Viktor Gyrokeres after scoring for Arsenal (Photo Credit : Arsenal X handle)
Viktor Gyrokeres after scoring for Arsenal (Photo Credit : Arsenal X handle)

In that victory, Gabriel Magalhães opened the scoring, and Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres was again decisive—a performance that led Ole Gunnar Solskjær to hail him as Arsenal’s fox in the box, as reported by Softfootball. That triumph also marked Arsenal’s 100th UEFA Champions League win—a milestone Softfootball described as a statement of power and precision.

Arsenal, via their official YouTube account, posted Mikel Arteta’s pre-match press conference for their upcoming Premier League clash with Crystal Palace, highlighting his focus on maintaining a defensive record of just three goals conceded in 12 games.

Watch the video below:

Confidence is sky-high in north London, but Arteta will demand focus against a Palace side capable of springing surprises. The Eagles, led by Oliver Glasner, have shown flashes of brilliance — notably Jean-Philippe Mateta’s hat-trick against Bournemouth — yet their form remains inconsistent with just one win from their last five outings.

Arteta (Photo Credit - Official Arsenal Website)
Arteta (Photo Credit – Official Arsenal Website)

Team News

For Arsenal, Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, and Noni Madueke remain long-term absentees. Magalhães is a doubt after limping off against Atlético, while Jurriën Timber and Riccardo Calafiori are also under assessment. Arteta admitted while providing the latest injury update as posted on the team’s official X account:

Gabi had to leave the pitch with an issue… We’ll see how it evolves in the next 24 hours.

Crystal Palace are without Chadi Riad (ACL), Cheick Doucouré (knee), and Caleb Kporha, though Tyrick Mitchell is expected to return to the starting XI.

Mikel provides the latest on our defender 👉 https://t.co/Vry0n86cS8 pic.twitter.com/0XkoR9hk5x

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 24, 2025

Possible Lineups

Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Mosquera, Calafiori; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyökeres, Martinelli.
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Pino, Sarr; Mateta.

Softfootball’s Prediction

Arsenal 2–1 Crystal Palace.
The Gunners’ defensive solidity and home form—unbeaten in six at the Emirates—should edge them through, though Palace’s pace on transitions could cause a scare or two. Expect a lively clash, a few nervy moments, and probably another Gyökeres goal to keep Arsenal’s perfect start alive.

Champions League Matchday 3: Goals Galore and Giants on the March

Matchday 3 of the UEFA Champions League delivered drama, goals, and statements of intent from Europe’s heavyweights. Across two nights, the continent’s top clubs flexed their muscles, while others were left scrambling to keep their campaigns alive. Here’s a full roundup of the action from October 21 and 22. Tuesday, October 21: Fireworks in Spain, […]

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Patrik Vieyra Deklan Raysı təriflədi

Fransa yığmasının keçmiş dayaq yarımmüdafiəçisi Patrik Vieyra, “Arsenal”ın mərkəz yarımmüdafiəçisi Deklan Raysı qiymətləndirib. Arena.az keçmiş futbolçunun müvafiq açıqlamasını təqdim edir: “Deklan Raysın böyük pərəstişkarıyam. O, mükəmməl yarımmüdafiəçidir. Fəal hərəkət edir, hücuma getməyə qadirdir, top çalmağı bacarır. Rays çox qüvvətlidir və ən yaxşılardan biridir”…

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“Arsenal” – “Atletiko” matçı öncəsi isti su qalmaqalı

UEFA Çempionlar Liqasının (ÇL) Liqa mərhələsinin “Arsenal” – “Atletiko” oyunundan əvvəl İspaniya klubu UEFA-ya şikayət ünvanlayıb.

Arena.az bu barədə “Marca”ya istinadən xəbər verir.

İspanların şikayətinə London klubunun “Emireyts” stadionundakı məşqdən sonra qonaq komandanın futbolçularını isti su ilə təmin etməməsi səbəb olub. Nəticədə İspaniya nəhənginin oyunçuları duş ala bilməyiblər. Klub məsələ ilə bağlı stadion işçilərinə məlumat versə də, buna məhəl qoyulmayıb. Futbolçular duş almadan Londonun mərkəzindəki otellərinə qayıtmağa məcbur olublar.

Madrid klubunun rəhbərliyi üzləşdikləri problemlə bağlı dərhal UEFA-ya da şikayət ediblər. Böyük ehtimalla, ali futbol qurumu İngiltərə klubunu buna görə cərimə edəcək.

Qeyd edək ki, “Arsenal” – “Atletiko” matçı bu gün “Emireyts” stadionunda keçiriləcək. Qarşılaşmaya Bakı vaxtı ilə saat 23:00-da start veriləcək.

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