Arsenal, Slavia Prague and Champions League
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I think the first half was one of the best that we've played,” said Mikel Arteta of a display of dominant relentlessness
Goals from summer signing Viktor Gyokeres and midfield maestro Declan Rice saw Arsenal win their fifth game in a row, including their fourth without conceding, as Burnley were put to the sword.
Arsenal FC continued their impeccable winning streak by defeating Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium, securing their passage to the next round of the EFL Cup (League Cup). The Premier
Mikel Arteta insisted Viktor Gyökeres won’t be available for Arsenal’s Champions League trip to Slavia Prague.
Mikel Arteta gives fresh Viktor Gyokeres injury update ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League encounter
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has given an update on his squad’s fitness ahead of their Champions League clash with Slavia Prague. The Gunners are looking to make it four wins on the bounce in Europe and ten consecutive victories in all competitions when travelling to the Czech Republic on Tuesday night.
This hard-fought victory over Crystal Palace was reflective of Arsenal’s wider qualities and couldn't have come at a more opportune moment
Arsenal striker Viktor Gyökeres is not expected to feature in this week’s Champions League clash with Slavia Prague following his absence from training on Monday. Gyökeres was notably missing from the session the day before the game in the Czech capital.
The Gunners have run rampant so far this season, topping the standings in the Premier League and Champions League while still competing for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. Like most clubs of a certain stature, Arsenal also boast quite a few internationals on their roster, stretching the demand of their players even further.
Arsenal vs Brighton will kick off at 3:45 p.m. ET/ 12:45 p.m. PT in the United States. The match will kick off at 7:45 p.m. local time in London, England, at Emirates Stadium. The match will be available to watch in the U.S. and the UK.
Cristhian Mosquera has a bigger impact than many envisaged he would after joining Arsenal from Valencia in the summer.
Mikel Arteta believes Declan Rice is becoming a “total player” - and it is hard to argue with the Arsenal boss. Rice ran the show on Saturday as Arsenal beat Burnley 2-0 to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points.