Arsenal beat Everton as injury concerns grow
Arteta blasted Arsenal’s ‘terrible’ schedule after Everton 2-0. Saka could miss up to 12 games with a quad injury, while Calafiori also picked up a slight issue.
Konsa said it was ‘a great feeling’ to score his first Arsenal goal and keep a clean sheet in the 2-0 win over Everton, while praising Gabriel’s support.
Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Everton brought an early goal, a clean sheet, revived set-piece threat and parity with Manchester City, though they again took too long to kill the game.
Merson named Martin Odegaard Arsenal’s standout player against Everton, but was unconvinced by Viktor Gyokeres despite the striker setting up Konsa in the 2-0 win.
Arteta said Gabriel’s injury scare was ‘really worrying’, but the defender recovered, stayed on and headed Arsenal’s second in the 2-0 win over Everton on his 200th Premier League appearance.
Arsenal are said to be ‘making moves’ for Monza striker Gustavo Varela.
Arteta, one booking from a touchline ban after Everton 2-0, said he is collecting clips of rival managers leaving their technical areas without punishment.
Joe Hart urged Arsenal fans to stay calm after David Raya spoke about playing in La Liga, saying the goalkeeper ‘adores’ Arsenal and represents the club superbly.
Arteta praised Arsenal’s mentality after Konsa and Gabriel scored in a 2-0 win over Everton, sending the Gunners level with Manchester City on 21 points.
Arsenal are said to believe Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke give enough wing depth after Saka’s injury, with January plans to be decided later despite concern over wide options.
Tarkowski said Everton were undone by Arsenal’s set-pieces as both goals in the Gunners’ 2-0 win came from crosses despite a competitive visiting display.
Arsenal beat Everton 2-0 at the Emirates as Ezri Konsa scored his first club goal and Gabriel added the second to move the Gunners level with Manchester City.
Declan Rice was seen holding his hamstring before being replaced in Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Everton, adding to concern after Calafiori’s slight issue.
