After sitting out the win against Brentford due to illness, Arsenal striker Kai Havertz is set to make a comeback for their upcoming match against Brighton & Hove Albion. Manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that the German is ready to return to the squad and may feature in the starting line-up. Additionally, there is positive news regarding Raheem Sterling and Takehiro Tomiyasu's return from injury, while Ben White is progressing well in his recovery and could make an early comeback.
Scottish defender Kieran Tierney is set to make his first appearance for Arsenal since the 2023 Community Shield Final as he starts in tonight's Carabao Cup quarter-final against Crystal Palace. He spent last season on loan at Real Sociedad in La Liga and has returned to Arsenal after representing Scotland in Euro 2024. Manager Mikel Arteta has made eight changes to the team, including the inclusion of Tierney along with several other players. However, injuries continue to sideline players like Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu, while goalkeeper Neto is ineligible to play in this competition.
Arsenal has made a splash in the transfer market, signing Raheem Sterling on loan from Chelsea while also dealing with the news that new player Mikel Merino will be out for a few weeks with a fractured shoulder. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that the injury occurred in a training collision with teammate Gabriel. Additionally, Arsenal has secured a deal for Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto and is awaiting the Champions League draw for their first eight opponents. In other news, both Aaron Ramsdale and Ben White have been left out of Lee Carsley's first England squad.
Arsenal takes on Manchester United in a highly-anticipated pre-season friendly at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The Gunners are determined to avenge their loss from last year when United famously declared "don't play friendlies" before securing victory over Arsenal. Mikel Arteta's side is boosted by the return of key players such as Kai Havertz and Gabriel Magalhaes, while new signing Riccardo Calafiori is set to join the squad soon. This pre-season game sees a renewed rivalry between Arsenal and manager Erik ten Hag, who oversaw United's worst Premier League finish last season. The Gunners will be looking for revenge after losing to United in their previous pre-season encounter. Meanwhile, new signings Ben White and Martin Odegaard are expected to feature in this high-stakes match. Stay tuned for live updates from our correspondents at the SoFi Stadium.
England's football manager Gareth Southgate has revealed his initial squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament, including a mix of familiar names and rising stars. Leed's striker Patrick Bamford and West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen have earned their first call-ups to the national team, while Manchester United's Marcus Rashford and Liverpool's Jordan Henderson have been left out. In a press conference, Southgate acknowledged the difficulty of selecting a squad from England's deep pool of talent and revealed that he has not yet spoken to Arsenal defender Ben White about his exclusion due to injury. Fans can ask questions and find out more about the squad from football news reporter Alex Howell in a Q&A.
Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool are all in contention for the Premier League title as the top-tier football league in England nears its end. With each team having played 36 matches and only a few points separating them, the race is tighter than ever. Ahead of a crucial match against Manchester United, Arsenal players Ben White and David Raya discuss their focus on winning and the experience of competing in lower leagues that has helped them in the Premier League. Fans in India can catch all the live action on the Star Sports Network or through live streaming on Disney+Hotstar.
In a heated north London derby between Tottenham and Arsenal, Ben White was caught trying to manipulate the goalkeeper's gloves right before a crucial corner. However, Tottenham's manager Ange Postecoglou has brushed off the incident, labeling it as just a "strategy" and emphasizing that he doesn't pay attention to such tactics. He believes in building strong teams and focusing on winning rather than getting distracted by such gamesmanship.
Ben White shares his thoughts on his unexpected goal and the team's ruthless finishing in Arsenal's impressive 5-0 victory against Chelsea. He also talks about the intense atmosphere at Emirates Stadium and previews their upcoming crucial north London derby.
In a highly anticipated match between London rivals, Arsenal came out on top with a resounding 5-0 victory against Chelsea. Leandro Trossard and Ben White were among the scorers for the Gunners, while Kai Havertz also contributed with two goals against his former club. The win extends Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League table and puts them in a strong position for the title race, which is currently tightly contested. Stay updated with all the action from the Emirates Stadium through our live blog.
Kai Havertz, former Chelsea player, dominated his former team as he scored twice to lead Arsenal to a 5-0 victory. Ben White also contributed with a brace, securing Arsenal's biggest league win over Chelsea. This win helps Arsenal to the top of the Premier League standings, three points ahead of Liverpool. Chelsea's disappointing season continues as they suffer another loss in the aftermath of their FA Cup defeat to Man City.