Live pictures from yesterday’s Arsenal training session have sparked excitement among fans, showcasing a motivated and focused squad ahead of their upcoming clash. The atmosphere at London Colney was filled with energy as Mikel Arteta oversaw intense drills aimed at improving sharpness, passing accuracy, and tactical awareness. Key players such as Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Gabriel Martinelli were all seen in high spirits, displaying impressive form during the session.

Viktor Gyökeres, who has been under the spotlight recently, looked determined as he participated in finishing exercises, while young talents like Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly continued to impress with their work rate and technical quality. Defensive duo William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães also looked solid, maintaining strong communication during positional play.

Arteta’s detailed approach was evident as he emphasized quick transitions, pressing intensity, and team unity. The team appears mentally ready and physically prepared for the challenges ahead. Fans will be pleased to see the players enjoying training, smiling, and showing great chemistry — a positive sign as Arsenal continue their push for success this season. The spirit and togetherness on display reflect the strong culture Arteta has built within the squad.

Arsenal are set to face Atletico Madrid in a highly anticipated European clash, and fans are eager to see how Mikel Arteta will line up his team. The Gunners are expected to name a strong starting XI, but key decisions surrounding Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Gabriel Martinelli could shape the final setup. Arteta has been impressed by the young duo’s performances in training, and there’s growing belief that Lewis-Skelly could earn a place on the bench, adding energy and creativity in midfield.

In attack, Martinelli is likely to start on the left, bringing pace and directness against Atletico’s compact defense. Bukayo Saka will operate from the right, while Viktor Gyökeres may lead the line as Arsenal’s main striker. In midfield, Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice are expected to control possession, supported by Thomas Partey or Jorginho. At the back, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães will form a solid partnership, with Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko providing width from full-back.

Arteta’s selection reflects a balance of youth and experience, emphasizing control, intensity, and flexibility. With their attacking talent and tactical discipline, Arsenal will aim to dominate and make a statement against Diego Simeone’s resilient Atletico side.

• Liverpool are awaiting the results of a medical scan to assess the severity of Alisson Becker’s hamstring issue, after he was forced off in the second half of their match vs Galatasaray.

Manager Arne Slot has already confirmed that Alisson will miss the upcoming trip to Chelsea on Saturday, ruling him out before the scan results are even in.  Analysts point to Alisson’s history of hamstring problems and the mechanism of the injury — namely the sprinting action before he went down — as signs it’s likely a hamstring strain rather than simple tightness

Depending on the grade of the strain, recovery could vary widely: a Grade 1 injury typically demands 2–4 weeks out, while a Grade 2 could stretch to 4–6 weeks.  If the worst case—Grade 2—holds, Alisson might miss into mid-November, ruling him out of high-profile fixtures including clashes with Real Madrid and Manchester City

In the meantime, Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to step in as Liverpool’s starting goalkeeper until Alisson’s fitness is confirmed