Rodri still not ready to return for Manchester City
Pep Guardiola confirms Rodri remains weeks from a return as Manchester City pursue the Premier League leaders without their key midfielder.
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What mistakes? Bayern manager rejects Neuer criticism after Arsenal defeat
Vincent Kompany defends Manuel Neuer after heavy criticism following Bayern’s defeat, dismissing claims the goalkeeper was at fault in key moments.
Chelsea star makes super-fast injury recovery to face Arsenal
Chelsea confirm Cole Palmer is fit to face Arsenal after recovering from a broken toe, with Enzo Maresca hailing his return as a major boost.
UEFA fine issued after Arsenal game
UEFA fine Atlético Madrid €40,000 over racist abuse and crowd disorder at the Emirates in October, with a suspended away-fan ticket ban imposed.
Tottenham injury crisis bigger than Arsenal’s ahead of North London derby
Tottenham may be missing up to 13 players for the derby, with a long injury list adding pressure before their Premier League meeting with Arsenal.
Slavia star makes surprising Arsenal admission ahead of European showdown
Slavia Prague star David Doudera says he buys “all the Arsenal players on FIFA” as he hails the Premier League leaders before tonight’s Champions League showdown.
Burnley manager hits out at claims Arsenal are only about set-pieces
Scott Parker pushed back at claims about Arsenal’s tactics ahead of Burnley’s clash with the league leaders, calling them much more than a set-piece side.
3 Burnley players injured ahead of Arsenal clash
Burnley face an uphill task ahead of their home meeting with Arsenal, as Scott Parker delivered a less-than-ideal injury update before the visit of the Premier League leaders.
Injuries hit Fulham before Arsenal clash
Marco Silva confirms double injury blow as Fulham face major selection problems ahead of the weekend clash against Arsenal.
Liverpool suffer another key injury as they slip behind Arsenal
Liverpool suffer another key injury as Ibrahima Konaté limps off at Chelsea, adding to Arne Slot’s mounting fitness concerns after Alisson’s setback.
Newcastle star out for 2 months after injury v Arsenal
Tino Livramento ruled out for eight weeks with knee ligament damage after Newcastle’s defeat to Arsenal, though Eddie Howe says the news could be worse.
3 out: Newcastle injury update pre Arsenal
Fabian Schär, Jacob Ramsey and Yoane Wissa will miss Newcastle’s clash with Arsenal, with Park Seung-soo also a doubt despite Gordon’s return.
Key Newcastle man to miss Arsenal match with injury
Fabian Schär is ruled out of Newcastle v Arsenal with injury. Jacob Ramsey also sidelined, doubts over Yoane Wissa, but Anthony Gordon returns.
Athletic captain: Arsenal win does not reflect the match
Iñaki Williams says the 2-0 loss to Arsenal was not a fair reflection of Athletic’s display, stressing his team left “every last drop of sweat” on the pitch.
Athletic boss says only perfection will do against Arsenal
Ernesto Valverde says Mikel Arteta is one of the world’s best managers and insists Athletic Club must deliver a perfect display to test Arsenal at San Mamés.
Athletic’s momentum halted just before Arsenal showdown
Athletic Club’s perfect start ended as Alavés sealed a shock win at San Mamés, casting doubt over their form before their Champions League game against Arsenal.
Postecoglou: We will take Arsenal on
Ange Postecoglou begins life at Nottingham Forest with a daunting trip to the Emirates, describing the challenge as one his side must embrace without fear.
Forest suffer injury blow ahead of Arsenal
Forest’s preparations for their trip to north London have been disrupted by injuries, leaving Ange Postecoglou with key decisions to make for his first game.
Liverpool star: Arsenal are Premier League title favourites
Mohamed Salah has called Arsenal the favourites to win the Premier League ahead of Sunday’s game at Anfield against Liverpool.
Leeds star picks up MCL knee injury v Arsenal
Leeds midfielder Ao Tanaka suffered an MCL injury against Arsenal, raising fresh concerns for Daniel Farke as his side face a growing midfield crisis.