Arsenal News Archives: 11/2022

Arsenal have now confirmed the club’s final public friendly of the World Cup break, with tickets going on sale for a game against Juventus.

Takehiro Tomiyasu didn’t take part in training with Japan on Thursday due to discomfort in his right thigh, according to a report.

Jack Wilshere has confirmed that Arsenal were very disappointed to lose Yunus Musah, who is likely to start for the USA against England on Friday night.

With the first round of World Cup group fixtures now behind us, Bukayo Saka has been named WhoScored’s Player of the Round.

Emile Heskey believes Bukayo Saka is England’s most valuable player now that Gareth Southgate’s using him in his correct position.

Thiago Silva believes Gabriel Martinelli has the arrogance he needs to succeed if he gets a chance to play for Brazil at the World Cup.

Former Gunner Yunus Musah says it will be special to share a pitch with his former teammates Bukayo Saka and Jude Bellingham if they get the chance on Friday.

Spain head coach Luis Enrique has admitted he loves Mikel Arteta, after seeing the Arsenal coach in the All or Nothing documentary.

The Arsenal u21s were unfortunate to drop out of the EFL Trophy on Tuesday night, despite a spirited performance away to Stevenage.

Japan provided another World Cup shock on Wednesday afternoon as they came from behind to beat Germany 2-1.

Takehiro Tomiyasu was taken aback that Thiago Alcantara isn’t in the Spain squad for the World Cup, admitting he doesn’t watch their games.

Fabrizio Romano continues to insist Youri Tielemans will leave on a free transfer next summer, despite some recent contract extension reports.

Arsenal loanee Arthur Okonkwo has made the League Two Team of the Week for his most recent performance for Crewe Alexandra.

Arsenal youngster Charlie Patino returned to north London last week, taking a break from his Blackpool loan to train at London Colney.

Arsenal have confirmed that Beth Mead ruptured her ACL in the game against Manchester United and is now set for an extended spell on the sidelines.

Loanee Alex Kirk is returning to Arsenal for treatment as he now faces up to three months out with a suspected ankle fracture.

William Saliba is now unlikely to start France’s opening World Cup fixture against Australia on Tuesday, with the return of Raphael Varane to fitness.

Bukayo Saka needs no reminder of what happened at the last major tournament England played in but after his special performance in their first World Cup game, Declan Rice has hailed his teammate for his strength of character.

Bukayo Saka made a fantastic start to his World Cup career on Monday, and a few of his Arsenal teammates past and present were watching on.

Bukayo Saka reflected on the indescribable day of his World Cup debut on Monday by professing his delight at the result and desire to give everything for England.