Arsenal is set to face Girona in the UEFA Champions League, with notable adjustments anticipated in their lineup. Defender Gabriel Magalhaes is expected to be sidelined, leading to a potential reshuffle in the backline. Leandro Trossard may be assigned a new role, possibly filling in on the left flank in the absence of Bukayo Saka, who is out due to a hamstring injury. Captain Martin Ødegaard, who missed the recent Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers due to illness, is likely to return to his central midfield position. Manager Mikel Arteta is expected to deploy a 4-3-3 formation, with David Raya in goal, a defense comprising Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior, and Myles Lewis-Skelly. The midfield trio could feature Ødegaard, Jorginho, and Declan Rice, while the attacking line may include Ethan Nwaneri, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Martinelli. This match offers an opportunity for squad rotation, especially with crucial fixtures against Manchester City and Newcastle United on the horizon. Girona, already eliminated from the competition, will aim to conclude their Champions League campaign on a positive note.
