ARTETA CELEBRATES DOUBLE FITNESS BOOST, FACES SHOCK EXIT PLAN REVELATION
Arsenal could go four points clear at the top with a win at Fulham. Key players like Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel return, but Martin Odegaard remains out. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
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On Saturday, Arsenal will make their Premier League comeback when they travel to Fulham. With a win at Craven Cottage, the Gunners, who are presently atop the standings, may increase their lead to four points.
Before the international break, Mikel Arteta's team defeated West Ham 2-0 to solidify their top spot. As the north London team prepares for another important match this weekend, all eyes are on Marco Silva's squad.
Even though club captain Martin Odegaard is still out for an extended amount of time due to a knee injury, fans will be thrilled to see some familiar faces return to the pitch.
Welcome back to the training area.
According to The Mirror, Arsenal would be happy to welcome back several players during the international break, including newcomer Piero Hincapie.
Arteta said that he had surgery on his groin during the summer after the defender sustained an injury during the Champions League match against Athletic Club. On Wednesday, though, he was spotted on the training pitch with star winger Gabriel Martinelli and defender Gabriel.
Both of Arsenal's players returned in plenty of time to play Fulham on Saturday after serving with Brazil on international duty in Asia.
Ben White, meanwhile, did not show up for Wednesday's practice, while midfielder Martin Zubimendi and sporting director Andrea Berta watched from the sidelines.
Arrival in the summer plans a possible exit
Despite only joining from Valencia during the summer transfer window, Cristhian Mosquera has left the door open for a potential departure from Arsenal. After a £13 million transfer, the promising defender signed a five-year deal with the Gunners, with a potential 12-month extension.
However, the centre-back told Marca that he was reminded of the unpredictability of football by reuniting with his old teammates at the La Liga team during the international break.
Mosquera said, "I am thrilled to be back in my hometown and greet my old comrades. Nothing compares to Valencia. I have fallen in love with and been a part of this club, which has given me everything since day one.
"Who knows? Life is full of unexpected turns. You go from one place to another playing football. However, nothing like Valencia, that much is certain."
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
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Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.