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Why Calafiori has been starting matches over Lewis-Skelly this season

Myles Lewis-Skelly entered the new season with expectations of becoming a regular starter for Arsenal. Following the departures of Kieran Tierney and Oleksandr Zinchenko, the path seemed clear for him to establish himself as first choice at left-back.

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Impressive Calafiori wins Arsenal’s Player of the Month award

Riccardo Calafiori has been named Arsenal’s Player of the Month for August, recognition of his impressive early-season performances. The Italian defender has established himself as the starting left-back at the Emirates, edging ahead of Myles Lewis-Skelly in the competition for a place in Mikel Arteta’s first eleven.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 8

Journalist says Arsenal man never considered summer departure

Riccardo Calafiori enjoyed a strong debut season at Arsenal, quickly winning the admiration of supporters with his energy, versatility and contributions on the left flank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 7

Arteta’s £42m choice: Calafiori’s Italy masterclass shows why he is key for Arsenal

At the tail end of last season, Myles Lewis-Skelly looked to have cemented his place in Mikel Arteta’s line-up, featuring in almost every Premier League match and playing in high-profile clashes against Real Madrid and PSG.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 5

Pundit offers opinion on how Arteta can use Lewis-Skelly amidst Calafiori battle

Myles Lewis-Skelly appears to have lost the early-season battle to become Arsenal’s first-choice left-back, with Riccardo Calafiori making a strong impression since his arrival.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 5

In-form Arsenal defender gets Premier League nomination

Riccardo Calafiori has made an impressive start to the season and his performances have now been recognised with a nomination for the Premier League’s Player of the Month award for August.

Riccardo Calafiori News / Football Italia / September 4

Arsenal star Calafiori nominated for Premier League Player of the Month

Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori has been nominated for Premier League Player of the Month for August, after a strong showing for Arsenal in the first three matches of the season.

Italy players in Premier League: Calafiori double assist, Tonali worries

Riccardo Calafiori continued his goalscoring contributions for Arsenal with a pair of assists against Leeds United, Federico Chiesa appeared off the bench

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / August 22

Fantasy Football Matchweek 2: Buy, Sell, Injury Report

As we approach Fantasy Football Matchweek 2 of the Premier League, scheduled from Friday, August 22, to Monday, August 25, it’s essential for FPL managers to strategise effectively to maximise their points.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 21

Manchester United keen for Tottenham Hotspur to enter the race for out-of-favour star

Manchester United started the new season with high hopes, but a 1-0 loss in the very first match against Arsenal spoiled the atmosphere. The team showed enthusiasm in the first few minutes, but Altay Bayindir’s mistake broke the whole balance, and Riccardo Calafiori scored a goal with a header.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 19

Fabrizio Romano: Manchester United will need to splash the cash to land Serie A star after missing out on Baleba

Manchester United’s new season began with high expectations, but the start was disappointing. In the match against Arsenal, United had caught a good rhythm in the initial moments.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 18

Italy players in Premier League: Chiesa and Calafiori off the mark in Week 1

Italy internationals Federico Chiesa and Riccardo Calafiori both found the back of the net in the opening round of 2025-26 Premier League fixtures, Guglielmo

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / August 18

Manchester United Have Improved, but Are Not Without Frailties

Arsenal beat Manchester United 1-0 in a Premier League match at Old Trafford on Sunday, August 17, with Riccardo Calafiori scoring the only goal of the match in the first half.