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Arsenal XI vs Atletico: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

Mikel Arteta said both players are in the squad as Arsenal seek a first Champions League final since 2006, while Timber remains sidelined.

  • Arsenal hosts Atletico Madrid at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday for a Champions League quarterfinal, with manager Mikel Arteta confirming that Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz are available after fitness concerns.
  • Both Odegaard and Havertz faced fitness doubts after missing training on Monday, but recovered in time for the fixture. Defender Jurrien Timber, however, remains sidelined with a groin injury.
  • David Raya has maintained 14 Champions League clean sheets since last season, while Declan Rice completed a game-high 83 passes in Madrid. Bukayo Saka played 45 minutes against Fulham on Saturday.
  • Victory tonight would propel Arsenal into their first Champions League final since 2006. Viktor Gyokeres is expected to lead the attack after scoring two goals and registering an assist.
  • Arteta's squad has gradually improved since returning to the competition in 2024, advancing from quarterfinalists to semifinalists. The Gunners now seek to reach the final stage for the first time in two decades.
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