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Raya's double save rescues Arsenal in Champions League amid attacking concerns without Odegaard
Raya gave a big roar and was mobbed by Arsenal's players in the goalmouth. The goalkeeper performed a similar double save in the Premier League this season at Aston Villa to deny Ollie Watkins, before Arsenal went on to score twice in the second half for a 2-0.
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta on Odegaard injury and UEFA Champions League opener with Atalanta
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Arsenal youngster breaks all-time UEFA Champions League record vs Atalanta
Arsenal didn’t play particularly well against Atalanta in their Champions League opener, but one of their players still managed to break a record. The Gunners looked lost in the final third in Martin Odegaard’s absence, and they just couldn’t create as many chances as they would’ve liked.
Arsenal embark on 'great test' without Martin Odegaard as Champions League tilt begins
Since Odegaard was named captain in 2022, he has missed just five Premier League games. The midfielder is integral to how Arsenal play and they must find a way for their attack to fire without him. Also without the ball, Odegaard leads the Arsenal press, which helped them have the best defence in the Premier League last season.
Atalanta 0-0 Arsenal: Leon Osman assesses Champions League draw
Despite Rice's inclusion, Osman believes the Arsenal really felt the absence of their injured captain Martin Odegaard. "They were poor in possession and gave the ball away far too cheaply," the former England international said. "They lacked creativity throughout the game and the absence of Odegaard showed.
Atalanta vs Arsenal LIVE: Champions League team news and line-ups as Gabriel Jesus one of two Gunners changes
Mikel Arteta makes two changes to his team that started against Tottenham at the weekend. Declan Rice returns from suspension and replaces Jorginho in midfield, while there is a surprise up front as Gabriel Jesus is handed a start. Leandro Trossard drops to the bench, with Kai Havertz expected to play in midfield.
Atalanta vs Arsenal live updates: Champions League predictions, team news and latest
The big news yesterday for Arsenal was Mikel Arteta's update on the ankle injury suffered by Martin Odegaard while away on international duty with Norway. And unfortunately for last season's Premier League runners up, it looks like their captain will be spending an extended period on the sidelines.
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UEFA Champions League Atalanta 0 Arsenal 0 Full time
David Raya made an unbelievable double save from a penalty as Arsenal drew at Italian side Atalanta in their Champions League opener. The Spaniard got down low to his right to keep out Mateo Retegui's spot-kick and somehow got across his goal to scoop the striker's follow-up header off the line.
Odegaard out 'for a while' with ankle injury, says Arteta
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard will be out "for a while" after suffering a significant ankle injury while playing for Norway last week, manager Mikel Arteta said on Wednesday.
Mikel Arteta provides update on captain Martin Odegaard’s ankle injury
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after a scan showed “significant” damage to his ankle. The midfielder suffered the injury on international duty with Norway and missed Sunday’s north London derby win at Tottenham.
Latest Arsenal injury news as three miss Atalanta with worrying Martin Odegaard update
Arsenal news as Mikel Arteta provides the latest injury news ahead of Thursday night's Champions League clash with Atalanta
Report: Key Arsenal Player to Miss Champions League Tie
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Atalanta 0-0 Arsenal LIVE RESULT: Raya’s SUPERB double-save after pen secures Gunners’ first point in Champions League
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Atalanta vs Arsenal LIVE: Champions League latest score as David Raya makes stunning penalty save
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Champions League asked and answered: No favorites as Man City, Arsenal struggle; Christian Pulisic excels
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