(4-3-3): Declan Rice and Sterling starts, TWO new signings returns as Arteta set to name the most dangerous lineup against Atalanta
Arsenal are bracing for a challenging Champions League opener against Atalanta, facing a significant injury crisis.
The Gunners, without several key players including Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Mikel Merino, and Riccardo Calafiori, managed to secure a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in the North London Derby, showcasing their adaptability and resolve under pressure.
Despite the adversity, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his side’s ability to overcome challenges. “We suffered because we had to adapt the plan due to the players available, but the team responded brilliantly. Instead of finding excuses, we embraced the challenge,” Arteta stated after the match.
However, tougher challenges lie ahead, with a crucial Premier League clash against Manchester City on the horizon. But first, Arsenal must navigate their way past Atalanta, a dangerous European opponent with a reputation for upsetting bigger teams.
Predicted Arsenal Lineup
Goalkeeper: Raya
Defense: White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber
Midfield: Rice, Jorginho, Havertz
Attack: Nwaneri, Trossard, Sterling
