Eberechi Eze was underwhelming when he started Arsenal’s match against Brentford, prompting the Gunners to replace him at halftime. The fixture appeared to expose his limitations, and this is not the first occasion this season on which he has struggled to make a significant impact.
Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta has reportedly already requested information on Inter Milan striker Pio Esposito. The Gunners have looked a little light up front in recent times after injuries to Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, while Viktor Gyokeres has been unconvincing in his first season at the Emirates Stadium.
David Raya has acknowledged that Arsenal were uncomfortable when defending set pieces during their meeting with Brentford yesterday. The encounter proved demanding for the Gunners, who remain determined to maintain momentum as the season approaches its conclusion.
Brentford manager Keith Andrews has praised Martin Odegaard for the influence he exerted after coming off the bench to alter the dynamic of Arsenal’s performance.
There appears to be a divide within our fanbase regarding how close the title race actually is. Some Gooners have tried to warn our peers how quickly momentum can change in sport and how mentality is crucial at the highest level.
Martin Keown has urged Arsenal’s players to move on swiftly from their failure to defeat Brentford and concentrate on securing victory in their next fixture.
Peter Crouch believes this is Arsenal’s season to win the Premier League title, particularly as several of their main rivals have struggled to reach previous standards.
Arsenal will be disappointed not to have secured victory against Brentford, yet pundit Matthew Upson believes the outcome should not be viewed as overly damaging.
Brentford goalscorer Keane Lewis Potter expressed his satisfaction after helping his side secure a valuable point against Arsenal, insisting that the hosts did enough to merit their share of the spoils.
Declan Rice has urged Arsenal to "block out the outside noise" but insisted his teammates remain calm after missing the opportunity to move six points clear.
Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by Brentford this evening, surrendering two valuable points in the Premier League title race. With Manchester City having secured victory against Fulham, the pressure was firmly on the Gunners to respond with a win of their own.
Arsenal travel to face an in-form Brentford in what is widely regarded as a must-win fixture, and this is the starting eleven announced by Mikel Arteta.
With injuries to key players like Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard, it could be the right moment for Eberechi Eze to step up at Arsenal. After his hat-trick against Tottenham, there was an expectation that Eze would push on at Arsenal.
Brentford manager Keith Andrews has acknowledged that Arsenal merit their position at the summit of the Premier League table. The Gunners have set the standard in England this season, and their place at the top of the standings reflects the consistency and quality they have displayed under Mikel Arteta.
Since the closing stages of the previous transfer window, Arsenal have been linked with a move for Sandro Tonali. The Italian midfielder is widely regarded as one of the finest players in his position in Europe, and Newcastle United were astute to secure his signature.
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has suffered a fresh injury setback and is likely to miss the north London derby against Tottenham, sources have told ESPN.
Fabio Vieira has indicated that his loan spell at Hamburger SV could yet become a permanent move. The midfielder has struggled for regular opportunities at Arsenal, despite impressing during his previous loan stint at FC Porto.
Sandro Tonali is reportedly among the players Arsenal are targeting ahead of the next transfer window. The Gunners are understood to regard him as one of their leading options and have continued to monitor the Italian midfielder closely as they plan further reinforcements.
Martin Odegaard has been sidelined through injury for a period, and the Norwegian will be determined to make his return as soon as possible. The midfielder remains a central figure for Arsenal when fit, but uncertainty surrounds his availability ahead of the forthcoming fixture against Brentford.
Arsenal have suffered a fresh injury setback, with Kai Havertz expected to spend a period on the sidelines at a crucial stage of the season. The German has struggled with fitness issues in 2025 and only recently returned from a previous layoff, quickly re-establishing himself as a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans.
As Paul Merson often suggests, top-level football can hinge on timing. That observation feels particularly relevant in the current circumstances surrounding Tottenham.
Arsenal’s supporters and players were left disappointed after Liverpool failed to overcome Manchester City at the weekend, denying the Gunners the opportunity to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
Antoine Semenyo was on Arsenal’s radar before he left Bournemouth for Manchester City last month, and he is now relishing the prospect of facing the Gunners in the Carabao Cup final.
Mikel Merino has announced that he has undergone successful surgery and is hopeful of returning to action soon. The Spaniard’s injury came as a shock to Arsenal, who initially believed the problem was minor.
Arsenal’s talks over a new contract for Kai Havertz are reportedly moving in a positive direction, according to journalist Steve Kay. Posting on X as an update on a previous story he’d covered on Havertz’s future, Kay stated that things were progressing well for the Germany international to put pen to paper on a new deal.