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Why Is Bukayo Saka Not Playing Tonight for Arsenal vs Sporting CP?

Arsenal will play against Sporting CP over two legs in the Champions League quarterfinal. Tonight, Arsenal will play the first leg against Sporting CP away from home at the Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal.

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Confirmed Arsenal team v Sporting Club – Rice starts

Arsenal travel to Lisbon to face Sporting Club in the Champions League quarterfinal, with Mikel Arteta naming his starting eleven for the crucial encounter.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

'It’s a massive opportunity' David Raya wants Arsenal to end this season well

David Raya has acknowledged that Arsenal are entering a crucial stage of the season amid a dip in form, urging his teammates to embrace the moment and enjoy the experience while it lasts.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Should Arteta stay if Arsenal bottles all the trophies?

Mikel Arteta is expected to guide Arsenal to multiple trophies this season, yet that ambition is increasingly under threat as the Gunners struggle for form in the closing weeks of the campaign.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Sporting manager backs Gyokeres to keep proving his doubters wrong

Viktor Gyokeres has found form at a crucial moment, just as Arsenal prepare to face Sporting Club. The striker’s resurgence has drawn praise, including from his former manager, who believes he is now returning to his best level.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Arsenal should use invincible season for inspiration

Before the Carabao Final, I reflected on our loss to Birmingham City in 2011 and how it represented such a mental blow; it seemed to trigger a domino effect across other competitions.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Romano says club will now consider selling Arsenal target

Castello Lukeba is one of the players Arsenal have been tracking for some time, and they could have an opportunity to secure his signature at the end of this season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Two Arsenal stars to miss Sporting Club game

Jurrien Timber and Bukayo Saka are expected to miss Arsenal’s Champions League clash against Sporting Club this evening. The fixture represents one of the most challenging games the Gunners will face in the coming weeks, with the risk of elimination looming large.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Luis Suarez sends a message to Arsenal ahead of the Sporting game

Sporting Club striker Luis Suarez has insisted that his side is not afraid of any opponent ahead of their crucial match against Arsenal tonight. The Gunners enter the game as favourites, but they are aware that they must perform at their best to secure a victory, as Sporting have shown they are capable of producing surprises.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Arteta says the time has come for Arsenal to show what they are made of

Mikel Arteta has issued a rallying call to his players, urging them to demonstrate their resilience as Arsenal seek to ensure their season does not conclude without silverware.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 7

Barcelona star turns down chance to play for Arsenal

Arsenal have maintained a long-standing interest in Dani Olmo since his time at RB Leipzig, before his move to Barcelona, and they continue to monitor his situation closely.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Arsenal preparing formal bid to beat Real Madrid to impressive youngster

Christian Kofane is emerging as one of the most sought-after players in European football this season, as the striker continues his development at Bayer Leverkusen.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Arsenal target confirms he opted out of January move despite Gunners interest

Leon Goretzka has emerged as a player of interest for Arsenal, with the club reportedly keen to secure his signature as a free agent at the end of the season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Jack Wilshere admits Max Dowman is better than him at same age

Max Dowman worked closely with Jack Wilshere in the Arsenal academy before the latter departed to pursue his managerial ambitions away from the club. During that time, Wilshere gained a strong understanding of the youngster’s abilities, having played an influential role in his early development.

Mikel Arteta News / Caught Offside / April 6

Two key stars out for Arsenal, as Arteta confirms injury blow ahead of UCL showdown

Arsenal will be up against Sporting CP in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, and they will be without Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber. Manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that both players will miss the first leg of the quarter-finals against the Portuguese outfit, but they could return at the weekend.

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Club president launches attack on media following continued Arsenal links

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has issued a firm warning to journalists who continue to link Arsenal and other clubs with a move for Julian Alvarez.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Should Martinelli have been sent off against Southampton?

Gabriel Martinelli, like many Arsenal players, showed clear frustration during the match against Southampton as the Gunners struggled to break down their opponents.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 6

'Now is not the time' Norgaard urges his teammates to look 'forward'

Christian Norgaard is understandably disappointed by Arsenal’s losses in both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup final, developments that have ended their hopes of securing a quadruple this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Can Calafiori partner with Gabriel in Arsenal’s defence better than Saliba?

Riccardo Calafiori has developed into one of the most reliable players in the Arsenal squad, primarily operating as a left back at the Emirates Stadium.

Mikel Arteta News / Just Arsenal / April 6

Arteta seems sure Arsenal man has suffered serious injury

Gabriel was substituted during Arsenal’s match against Southampton after 72 minutes due to an injury, and there are now concerns that the issue could be serious.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / April 6

Sources: Arsenal have advantage over Liverpool in €100m-plus transfer battle

Arsenal have been linked with Yan Diomande and my understanding is that they’d have the edge over Liverpool in the race for his signature. Having reached out to a number of sources close to the situation, I can reveal that Champions League football is considered a must for Diomande when it comes to deciding his future.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / April 5

'Never good news' – Mikel Arteta drops worrying Gabriel Magalhaes injury update after Arsenal shock FA Cup exit

Mikel Arteta has provided a concerning injury update on Gabriel Magalhaes, admitting that the central defender’s forced substitution during Arsenal’s shock FA Cup exit is “never good news.” The Brazilian mainstay was withdrawn midway through the second half of the Gunners’ 2-1 defeat to Southampton at St Mary’s on Saturday.