Overview
- Rice revealed he was summoned to Arteta’s office after the opening games for lapses in running, tracking, and positional basics, as he told Sky Sports.
- His form has since spiked, including a brace in a 3–2 win at Bournemouth that maintained Arsenal’s momentum at the top of the league.
- According to Squawka, Rice has created 14 big chances this season and he has seven assists in all competitions, underscoring his expanded creative role.
- Arsenal are reported to be six points clear in the Premier League, leading their Champions League group, and into the Carabao Cup semi-final.
- Glenn Hoddle praised Rice on Premier League Productions, saying every manager would want him, while Arteta has said the midfielder can still improve.