Mikel Arteta just did something for the first time in 27 years during Arsenal vs Leeds United
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32-second readMikel Arteta surprised a few people with his Arsenal starting line-up against Leeds United. The Gunners had several injury doubts going into the game at the Emirates Stadium .
Kai Havertz and Ezri Konsa were believed to be injured, but both players got the nod from the start. Christos Tzolis was ruled out as expected, but in a move that surprised many, Noni Madueke started in his position ahead of Eberechi Eze.
That, combined with a few other selection decisions, helped Arsenal match something they last did nearly three decades ago. Arsenal name six Englishmen in their starting XI for the first time this century Arsenal have had players from over 70 different nationalities represent them over the years.
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Mikel Arteta surprised a few people with his Arsenal starting line-up against Leeds United. The Gunners had several injury doubts going into the game at ...
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