Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided an update on the team’s defensive lineup ahead of their upcoming Premier League clash against Everton. Arteta confirmed that Gabriel Magalhães has trained with the team and could be available for the match. The Brazilian defender has been recovering from a hamstring injury and his return is a significant boost for Arsenal.
However, Arteta also shared some disappointing news regarding Riccardo Calafiori, who is still not ready to play. The Italian defender has been sidelined with an injury since the match against West Ham. Arteta emphasized that they are respecting the medical department’s timeline and monitoring Calafiori’s progress daily.
The return of Gabriel Magalhães is particularly crucial for Arsenal, who have been dealing with multiple injuries to their defensive lineup. His presence not only strengthens the defense but also adds a goal threat from set-pieces. On the other hand, Calafiori’s absence means the team will have to rely on other options, including youngsters like Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has stepped up admirably in recent games.
Arteta, who played for Everton between 2005 and 2011, expressed his respect for his former club and acknowledged the challenge they will pose. Everton, coming off extra rest days due to the postponement of their Merseyside derby, will be well-rested and ready for the clash.
As Arsenal continues to navigate through a challenging season with injuries, Arteta remains hopeful that the squad’s availability will improve. The team is focused on delivering a strong performance against Everton and closing the gap on league leaders Liverpool.
Gabriel Magalhães
Gabriel dos Santos Magalhães
BrazilThis season he played in total 13 times for 1090 minutes for Premier League.
Gabriel Magalhães scored 3 goals for Arsenal. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 3rd in Premier League. In the last match Arsenal won 3-0 against Monaco. The next match in Premier League will be against Everton.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 29 points.
In the last 15 games, it has won 8 times, drew 5 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Arsenal drew 1-1 against Fulham.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 29 goals and conceding 15.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Saturday 14th of December in London. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.
R. Calafiori
Riccardo Calafiori
This season he played in total 8 times for 509 minutes for Premier League.
R. Calafiori scored 1 goal for Arsenal. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 3rd in Premier League. In the last match Arsenal won 3-0 against Monaco. The next match in Premier League will be against Everton.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 29 points.
In the last 15 games, it has won 8 times, drew 5 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Arsenal drew 1-1 against Fulham.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 29 goals and conceding 15.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Saturday 14th of December in London. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.
Everton performance and stats
Everton is currently 15th in the Premier League with 14 points.
In the last 14 games, it has won 3 times, drew 6 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Everton won 4-0 against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 14 goals and conceding 21.
Everton will play the next match in Premier League against Arsenal on Saturday 14th of December in London. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.
