Zubimendi Set to Return as Team Prepares to Battle Fulham
Martin Zubimendi is set to return to the Arsenal midfield as the team prepares to face Fulham in their upcoming match. This marks his first start after stepping in for the injured Martin Odegaard during the last match, where Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory against West Ham.
Arsenal’s Starting Lineup Against Fulham
In this fixture, Arsenal remains stable with minimal changes following their success before the international break. The defense consists of:
- Riccardo Calafiori
- William Saliba
- Gabriel
- Jurrien Timber
David Raya will guard the goal, while Zubimendi is joined in midfield by Declan Rice and Eberechi Eze. Notably, Bukayo Saka will act as captain in Odegaard’s absence. Leandro Trossard and Viktor Gyökeres will also start in the attack.
Fulham’s Recent Performance
Fulham enters this match after suffering losses in their last two games, with a scoreline of 3-1 in each. They will feature former Arsenal players Bernd Leno and Alex Iwobi in their starting eleven. Forward Rodrigo Muniz is ruled out due to injury, but Raul Jimenez is back to lead the attacking front after missing the previous match against Bournemouth.
Match Details
Here are the confirmed lineups for both teams:
| Arsenal | Fulham |
|---|---|
| David Raya | Bernd Leno |
| Jurrien Timber | Castagne |
| William Saliba | Andersen |
| Gabriel | Cuenca |
| Riccardo Calafiori | Sessegnon |
| Declan Rice | Berge |
| Eberechi Eze | Cairney |
| Martin Zubimendi | Wilson |
| Bukayo Saka | King |
| Leandro Trossard | Alex Iwobi |
| Viktor Gyökeres | Raul Jimenez |
This matchup is crucial for both teams, especially for Arsenal as they aim to maintain their momentum and secure another win.
