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23Oct

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ARSENAL FC, Granit Xhaka, Southampton FC, Stuart Armstrong

Leaders Arsenal held at battling Southampton

Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka controls the ball during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on October 23, 2022.Premier League leaders Arsenal dropped points for only the second time this season as Stuart Armstrong’s second-half equaliser earned Southampton a hard-earned point at St Mary’s. Armstrong finished off a flowing team move involving Adam Armstrong and Mohamed Elyounoussi to stretch Saints’ unbeaten league run to three matches.Granit Xhaka had given the Gunners an early lead with his second goal in as many games, sweeping the ball first time into the roof of the net from Ben White’s low delivery. The effervescent Gabriel Martinelli had a shot deflected wide and Gabriel Jesus was de...

21Oct

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Gabriel signs new long-term Arsenal contract

Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. Arsenal defender Gabriel has signed a new long-term deal with the club. Gabriel, 24, has made 81 appearances for Arsenal since joining from Lille in the summer of 2020. On Gabriel’s new contract, manager Mikel Arteta said: “Gabi has shown huge qualities since he joined us. He is a young player with a great work ethic and his consistent strong performances have been hugely important to us over the past two seasons. “Working with Gabi every day is a pleasure, he has formed strong relationships with everyone at the club and we’re so pleased that he has committed to us on a long-term contract.” Gabriel’s performances for Arsen...

20Oct

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ARSENAL FC, EUROPA LEAGUE, NEWS, PSV EINDHOVEN

Arsenal qualify for Europa League knock-outs

Ibrahim Sangare of PSV Eindhoven disappointed after goal of Granit Xhaka (c) of Arsenal FC during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, United Kingdom. Arsenal have earned a spot in the Europa League knockout stages after Granit Xhaka’s second-half goal was enough to earn a 1-0 win over PSV Eindhoven and maintain the Gunners’ perfect record in the competition. Xhaka’s well-struck volley in the 71st minute on Thursday was the breakthrough Arsenal sought after failing to convert a number of chances thanks to a combination of wasteful finishing and good saves from goalkeeper Walter Benitez. Arsenal are assured of one of the top two spots in group A with a maximum 12 points from four games – and two rounds l...

20Oct

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Arsenal Confirmed Lineup vs PSV: Jesus, Saka start; Tierney at left-back

Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal warms up with teammates prior to the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka start against PSV Eindhoven, while Kieran Tierney is at left-back for the latest UEFA Europa League clash for Arsenal. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has chosen to go with a strong attacking lineup against PSV Eindhoven at the Emirates. The Spaniard has opted to start with Gabriel Jesus up front, while Bukayo Saka also features on the team sheet. Those selections highlight the importance of the game for the Gunners, who seek yet another win in the UEFA Europa League. Takehiro Tomiyasu starts at right-back, with the pairing of Rob Holding and Gabriel Magalhaes lining up at t...