With a growing number of injuries, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is confronted with the difficult task of assembling a competitive lineup for the match against Liverpool.
The Gunners’ slim 1-0 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League was marred by injuries to Riccardo Calafiori, who might be out due to a knee problem, and Bukayo Saka, who sustained a hamstring injury while playing for England during international duty.
Arsenal will also be missing William Saliba due to suspension, while Jurrien Timber and Martin Ødegaard are still sidelined with injuries.
Despite these challenges, the team’s depth and Mikel Arteta’s tactical adjustments will be put to the test. Here’s a potential lineup for the crucial match against Liverpool:
David Raya is expected to start in goal, as he has regularly this season. With Saliba suspended and Calafiori uncertain, Arteta might turn to Jakub Kiwior to partner with Gabriel in central defense. If fit, Oleksandr Zinchenko could take the left-back position, while Ben White is likely to start at right-back, despite being substituted for tactical reasons during the midweek match.
