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Arsenal Put Perfect European Run on the Line at Inter With Knockout Berth Within Reach

Arteta confirms absences for Calafiori, Hincapie, Dowman with Saka a fitness concern.

Overview

  • A draw at San Siro would confirm Arsenal’s place in the Champions League last 16, while a win would guarantee a top-two finish and home-leg priority through the semifinals.
  • Arsenal enter the penultimate matchday as the competition’s only undefeated side on maximum points, seeking to improve on last season’s 1-0 loss away to Inter.
  • Mikel Arteta said his team have a clear plan for Inter and wants to show progress after an 11-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
  • Team news includes Gabriel Jesus declaring himself fit, with reports of possible rotation as Bukayo Saka manages a niggle; Kai Havertz and Christian Mosquera have traveled.
  • Inter, now led by Cristian Chivu, are strong domestically and defensively, though they sit sixth in the league-phase standings on 12 points after back-to-back European defeats.