Lens faces Arsenal for the 2nd day of the Champions League group stage, this Tuesday (9 p.m.). Here is the expected line-up for the Gunners.
It’s a gala poster for the big return of the Champions League to Bollaert: Lens challenges Arsenal this Tuesday evening for the 2nd day of the group stage of the prestigious tournament (kick-off at 9 p.m.). A clash between two vice-champions – the runner-up to Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 last season and the second in the Premier League behind Manchester City.
In the ranks of the Gunners, there is no question of underestimating the opponent of the day. “I was really impressed with what they did last year, explained Mikel Arteta at a press conference. It’s incredible to be one point away from the title and to finish in this position (2nd, behind PSG). I was also impressed with the way they did it and the form they had at home. »
A question obviously torments Sang et Or supporters: which eleven will Arsenal present with? Can the prospect of challenging Manchester City on Sunday, then Chelsea in a London derby a few days later, encourage Mikel Arteta to make a rotation? No option should be excluded. The trend for the moment would be towards an eleven which would be closer to the typical team, and in which Bukayo Saka should be aligned despite his limping exit against Bournemouth on Saturday (4-0). ” He feels better, confirmed his coach. He took a big hit but he recovered well and trained with us today (Monday)”.
Deprived of Timber, Elneny and Martinelli, Arteta should also rely on other executives like Gabriel Jesus, Odegaard, Rice, Zinchenko and Saliba.
The expected Arsenal line-up: Raya – White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko – Odegaard, Rice, Havertz – Saka, Jesus, Trossard.
