Arsenal welcome Martin Odegaard back into the side as they visit Newcastle today, but he will make his return off the bench.
The Norwegian has missed three matches after aggravating a shoulder injury but Mikel Arteta will be hoping that his captain can make his full comeback at St James’ Park.
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“Martin will be training with us the next two days, so hopefully he will be available for the game,” he said.
Arteta made nine changes for Wednesday’s 2-0 win over Port Vale in the Carabao Cup, but he has resorted back to type for this game.
David Raya returns in goal, with Gabriel, Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori are reinstated to the defence.
Martin Zubimendi was given a night off on Wednesday, while Declan Rice only played the final 10 minutes, meaning both are fresh for today, with the pair starting in midfield. Eberechi Eze continues in a central role, joining them in the engine room.
Bukayo Saka starts his first Premier League game since last month after returning from a hamstring injury last week.
The winger played 45 minutes against Manchester City on Sunday and then completed an hour at Port Vale three days later.
“I think he played the games we anticipated,” said Arteta. “He feels good. He will be training the next two days.”
Viktor Gyokeres will lead the line after being on the bench at Vale Park, and out left, Trossard continues ahead of Gabriel Martinelli.
Confirmed Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Mosquera, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Zubimendi, Eze; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard.
Injured: Jesus (knee), Havertz (knee), Hincapie (groin), Madueke (knee)
Time and date: 4.30pm BST on Sunday, September 29, 2025
Venue: St. James’ Park
How to watch: Sky Sports
