Team News: Rice & Jesus Start at Atalanta
Arsenal are set to face Atalanta in the Europa League group stage on Thursday, with Declan Rice and Gabriel Jesus expected to start the game.
Rice & Jesus Back in the Starting Lineup
Following their impressive performances against Fulham over the weekend, both Rice and Jesus are expected to be back in the starting lineup for Arsenal. This signifies a return to the core of the team's midfield and attacking strategy, after both players missed the previous Europa League clash against PSV Eindhoven due to injury.
Manager Mikel Arteta has shown his commitment to rotating his squad, particularly in the Europa League, but with Arsenal facing a tough Premier League schedule, the manager is likely to field a strong lineup against Atalanta.
Other Key Players Expected to Start
Alongside Rice and Jesus, Arsenal fans can expect to see familiar faces in the starting lineup. Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Gabriel Martinelli are all likely to feature in the attacking line. William Saliba and Ben White are expected to form the center-back partnership, while Aaron Ramsdale is set to start in goal.
Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey are also expected to play a significant role, providing the midfield with strength and balance.
Atalanta's Form and Key Players
Atalanta, on the other hand, is in a good run of form, having won their last two Serie A matches. They are known for their attacking style of play and will pose a serious threat to Arsenal's defense.
Rasmus Højlund, Ademola Lookman, and Teun Koopmeiners are key players to watch out for in the Atalanta lineup.
Arsenal's Chances
This match will be a crucial test for Arsenal's depth and squad rotation strategy. With their Premier League title aspirations still alive, Arteta will be looking for a strong performance against Atalanta to secure crucial points in the Europa League group.
However, the match is likely to be a close encounter, and both teams will be aiming for victory.
Stay tuned for the official team news and lineups ahead of the match.
