Champions League Update: Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus and Spurs’ Mathys Tel Ready for UCL Squad Inclusion
Arsenal and Tottenham have made crucial updates to their Champions League squads ahead of upcoming fixtures. Gabriel Jesus and Mathys Tel have both been included after recent injuries to their teammates.
Gabriel Jesus Joins Arsenal’s UCL Squad
Gabriel Jesus has been added to Arsenal’s Champions League squad, replacing injured 15-year-old Max Dowman. Dowman sustained an injury while playing for the under-21 team, which will sideline him for 60 days from Uefa competitions.
This injury means Dowman will miss critical matches in January against Inter Milan and Kairat Almaty. He made headlines earlier this season by becoming the youngest player in Champions League history during a match against Slavia Prague.
Jesus, who has been recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained in January, has not yet made his seasonal debut. However, he has been on the bench for two matches and is now ready to contribute against Club Brugge on Wednesday night.
Mathys Tel’s Inclusion in Tottenham’s Lineup
Tottenham has also made a squad change by including Mathys Tel, who steps in for injured forward Dominic Solanke. Tel’s availability comes ahead of Spurs’ match against Slavia Prague on Tuesday.
Initially, Tel was omitted from the European squad due to registration limits. Tottenham’s inability to register eight homegrown players by the cutoff date of September 2 left them short on their ‘List A’ squad. Consequently, they were penalized by losing three registration spots.
Key Statistics and Events
- Max Dowman’s Injury: 60 days absence from Uefa competitions.
- Gabriel Jesus: Previously sidelined since January.
- Dowman’s Record: Youngest player in Champions League history as of November.
- Mathys Tel: Replaced Dominic Solanke due to injury.
- Registration Deadline: September 2, leading to a penalty for Tottenham.
Both teams are adjusting strategically as they head into crucial matches in the Champions League. These changes could impact their performance in the ongoing tournament.
