Arsenal official lineup to face Lens announced

Arsenal have officially released their starting lineup for the upcoming UEFA Champions League match against RC Lens, and it features some notable names. The Gunners are currently sitting in 1st position on the Premier League table with 30 points after 13 league games in the 2023/24 campaign. Their most recent game was a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Brentford away from home.

Arsenal XI vs. RC Lens: Raya; Tomiyasu, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Rice, Havertz, Ødegaard; Saka, Martinelli, Jesus.

Arsenal subs: Ramsdale, Hein, White, Cedric, Kiwior, Elneny, Jorginho, Nelson, Trossard, Nketiah, Lewis-Skelly, Nwaneri.

For their upcoming Champions League clash against Lens at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, November 29th, manager Mikel Arteta has opted for a strong starting XI. In goal, David Raya will be between the sticks, with a defensive line of Tomiyasu, Saliba, Gabriel, and Zinchenko in front of him.

In midfield, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz will provide stability and creativity, while Martin Ødegaard will be tasked with pulling the strings in attack. The front three consists of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Jesus.

On the bench, Arsenal have a strong list of substitutes to call upon if needed. This includes Ramsdale, White, Cedric, Elneny, Jorginho, Nelson, Trossard, Nketiah, Lewis-Skelly, and Nwaneri.

With this lineup in place and their recent good form in mind, Arsenal will be looking to secure another important victory as they continue their European campaign.