Kepa Arrizabalaga
Spain
Right
Oct 3, 1994
31
6'2"
185 lb
GK
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Struggles again
Arrizabalaga recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Southampton.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga struggled in the Carabao Cup final and once again had a rough Cup outing, allowing two against Championship side Southampton on Saturday. He will likely return to the bench for the rest of the campaign as Arsenal chases down league and UCL glory, with David Raya to return to his starting role.
Concedes twice
Arrizabalaga recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 3-2 win versus Kairat.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga got the start as Arsenal had nothing to play for and there's a reason the former Chelsea man is the backup goalkeeper. It's hard to fault him much for not stopping a penalty but Arrizabalaga made zero saves overall. He's likely to head back to the bench Saturday against Leeds with David Raya taking over as the regular goalkeeper.
Out Tuesday
Arrizabalaga is out for Tuesday's trip to Slavia Prague, manager Mikel Arteta told reporters.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga didn't train during Monday's session and has now been ruled out against Slavia Prague. The backup goalkeeper wasn't playing a huge role and isn't a big blow in the team. David Raya remains the nailed-on starter and the top choice in all major competitions moving forward,
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