Has Hincapie overtaken Mosquera at Arsenal?

Piero Hincapie delivered an impressive performance for Arsenal in their Premier League match against Tottenham, stepping into the starting lineup as Gabriel continues his spell on the sidelines. The Brazilian is expected to be unavailable for several weeks, and Arsenal are now beginning to see the value of the depth they have built across the squad.

Hincapie Steps Up in Gabriel’s Absence

Before the derby, Mikel Arteta had the rare luxury of choosing between Ben White, Hincapie or Cristhian Mosquera to replace Gabriel, a situation that highlights the strength of Arsenal’s defensive options this season. The decision to select Hincapie proved to be the correct one, as the Ecuadorian seamlessly adapted to the demands of such a high-intensity fixture.

Alongside William Saliba, Hincapie ensured that Arsenal’s defence remained organised and composed throughout the game. The partnership functioned with a level of confidence that suggested minimal disruption despite the absence of one of the side’s most influential defenders. Both players would have been disappointed not to keep a clean sheet, particularly as the Tottenham goal could not fairly be attributed to either centre back. Nonetheless, the overall defensive display remained highly encouraging.