Arsenal's hopes of closing the gap on league leaders Liverpool were dashed as Pedro Neto's second-half wondergoal earned Chelsea a draw. Despite a crucial goal from Gabriel Martinelli, the Gunners struggled for form once again, with Arteta's decision to gamble on a injured Declan Rice backfiring. The result leaves Arsenal nine points behind Liverpool, with doubts over their capability to mount a title challenge.
Arsenal's captain Martin Odegaard is set to return after a 12-match absence due to an ankle injury, just in time for their Champions League match against Inter Milan on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta, the team's coach, confirmed Odegaard's return and stated that he would decide on his involvement in the match on the day. However, Arsenal will be without Declan Rice, who picked up a foot injury during their defeat to Newcastle and did not travel with the team. This match is crucial for both teams as they are aiming to advance to the last 16 in the Champions League.
In a thrilling game at St. James' Park, Alexander Isak's early header gave Newcastle a crucial 1-0 win over title chasers Arsenal, who suffered their first defeat in six Premier League matches. The Swedish forward's goal in the 12th minute proved to be the difference as Mikel Arteta's side struggled to break down a resilient Magpies defense. Despite a late chance for equalizer from Declan Rice, Newcastle held on for the victory, climbing to eighth in the standings. Stay tuned for live updates on the match and Eddie Howe's post-match comments.
Amidst a mix of young players and seasoned veterans, Arsenal secured a 5-1 win over Bolton Wanderers in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. With goals from Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri, and Raheem Sterling, the team showed impressive teamwork and determination. Despite a late consolation goal from Bolton, Arsenal's fresh squad proved too strong for their opponents.
Four young debutants made a huge impact as Arsenal secured a comfortable 5-1 victory over Bolton in the Carabao Cup third round. Teenagers Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly particularly stood out, with the former scoring a brace and the latter providing an excellent assist. The impressive performance of these young talents has given manager Mikel Arteta plenty to be hopeful about for the future of the club.
Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who both switched their international allegiance from Republic of Ireland to England, faced heavy booing from home fans during their match in Dublin. However, they both proved their worth by scoring for England and Grealish celebrated his goal with an enthusiastic fist pump amid the taunts from the home crowd. Despite the backlash, their performances earned praises from the England supporters and helped secure a 2-0 lead for their team.
Lee Carsley's first game in charge of England got off to a perfect start as the Three Lions cruised to a 2-0 win over the Republic of Ireland. Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who both infamously switched allegiance from Ireland to England, scored the goals for the visiting team. Despite playing under a new boss and without former manager Gareth Southgate, England looked comfortable and in control throughout the match. However, Carsley's decision not to sing God Save the King and accidentally sitting in the wrong dugout raised a few eyebrows before the game.
Heimir Hallgrimsson suffered defeat in his first game as Ireland manager as Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, both controversial figures in Irish football, impressed for England in their 2-0 Nations League win. The loss was compounded by an injury to captain Seamus Coleman ahead of the team's upcoming match against Greece. Rice's goal also marked a unique feat, being the first in world football since 2011. Stay updated on all the latest football news by signing up for our email bulletin.
In a highly anticipated match between Ireland and England, it was Declan Rice and Jack Grealish who stole the show. With Rice previously playing for Ireland before switching to England, he was met with boos from the Irish fans. However, he rose to the occasion and helped lead England to a 2-0 victory. Meanwhile, Grealish's impressive performance also left a mark on the match and solidified his place in the England squad.
In a highly anticipated Nations League clash between England and the Republic of Ireland, all eyes were on Declan Rice and Jack Grealish - two players who had previously represented Ireland before switching their allegiances to England. While Grealish was making his debut for the Three Lions, Rice showed his true colours by scoring the opening goal for England after just 11 minutes. Despite the elation in the stadium, Rice opted to show respect to his former nation by refraining from celebrating his goal. This gesture was met with praise and admiration by both sets of fans. The match also highlighted the ongoing issues with inconsistency in refereeing decisions, with Rice's suspension for Arsenal's game against Tottenham sparking anger among Gunners supporters.