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Arsenal Rout Villa 4-1 as Arteta Raises Doubt Over Rice, Downplays Gabriel Scare

Arteta says late fitness checks will shape selections for Bournemouth, with Declan Rice’s knee the key variable.

Overview

  • Arsenal beat Aston Villa 4-1 at the Emirates, with Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Jesus scoring in a performance that showcased squad depth.
  • Declan Rice sat out after his knee swelled from a kick at Brighton, and Arteta said the swelling must reduce before he can be considered for Bournemouth.
  • Gabriel was substituted as a precaution with cramp, and he reportedly said he felt fine, with expectations of availability this weekend.
  • Riccardo Calafiori is under assessment after an aggravated training issue, with a possible return targeted for the Liverpool match next week.
  • Cristhian Mosquera remains out for weeks with a complicated ankle problem, and teenager Max Dowman is not expected back before February.