Arsenal sweep Fulham as Saka hits milestone
Atletico name 25-man squad for Arsenal, with Alvarez, Sorloth, Giuliano Simeone and Gimenez fit. Llorente and Hancko also travel, while Barrios and Nico Gonzalez miss out.
Report claims Arsenal are confident Jurrien Timber will sign a new deal before the World Cup, while Ben White could consider leaving amid interest from Everton and Newcastle.
Odegaard, Havertz, Merino and Timber miss Arsenal training before the 1-1 semi-final second leg vs Atletico Madrid. Arteta to give updates, with Havertz and Timber already ruled out at the weekend.
Merson warns of ‘severe pressure’ if Man City win games in hand, while Wright hails Gyokeres after his Fulham brace took him to 21 goals and addressed Arsenal’s issue against non‑top‑six sides.
Arsenal reportedly pause early extension talks for Kai Havertz, focusing on fitness after recurring injuries. Initial exploratory discussions are said to have been shelved for now.
Arsenal’s forwards rediscovered form after a barren run, lifting optimism around future wide talent.
Preview tips Arsenal to beat Atletico at the Emirates, 2-1, with both teams to score. Saka set to play, while Odegaard and Havertz should be passed fit; Timber and Merino are unlikely to return. Livescore
Arsenal remain keen on Atletico’s Julian Alvarez but, if blocked, will consider alternatives such as Bournemouth’s Junior Kroupi to bolster attack this summer.
Jamie Redknapp hails Eberechi Eze as ‘exceptional’ in Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Fulham, praising his control and creativity alongside standout cameos from Saka and Gyokeres.
Arsenal beat Fulham 3-0 as Gyokeres hit a brace and Saka scored and created. Lewis‑Skelly shone in midfield, Calafiori impressed, and Raya kept a 17th league clean sheet.
Bukayo Saka marked his return with a goal and assist v Fulham and became the fourth youngest player to reach 200 Premier League starts, joining Gareth Barry, Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand.
Adidas’ 2026-27 Arsenal home shirt spotted in stores features classic red with darker burgundy on collar and cuffs, ahead of an official May-June 2026 release.
Petr Cech says David Raya is ‘brilliant’ with his feet while also making key saves, highlighting why he suits Arteta’s build‑from‑the‑back Arsenal better than Donnarumma’s more limited distribution.
Arsenal suffer a triple injury blow before the Atletico semi-final decider at the Emirates.
Arsenal’s attack clicked in the 3-0 win over Fulham, reshaping selection debates for the run‑in.
William Saliba is backed as Arsenal’s player of the season, with 46 apps, 23 clean sheets, 92% passing and only one booking, providing a calm foundation alongside Gabriel.
German Daniel Siebert will referee Arsenal v Atletico at the Emirates. He oversaw previous Arsenal wins and recent UCL stats favour home sides under him after a 1-1 first leg in Spain.
Myles Lewis‑Skelly impressed in midfield v Fulham, dictating play with composure and work‑rate. He said he was ‘buzzing’ to be trusted centrally and aims to keep setting the team’s tone.
Gary Neville warns Arsenal that West Ham away is the ‘horrible’ game they should fear most in the title run-in, urging Arteta’s side to be clinical as City chase. Livescore
Jamie Carragher tips Arsenal or Manchester City to lead next season’s title race, doubting Liverpool and Manchester United as contenders.
