Arsenal face Real Betis on Wednesday at the Aviva Stadium as they continue their pre-season preparations.
Arsenal vs Real Betis – Match preview and team news
- Date: Wednesday, 5th August.
- Kick-off: 7:30am BST.
- Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin.
Arsenal team news
Arsenal head into their Dublin friendly heavily dependent on youth and rotation due to an extensive list of post-tournament absentees.
Defensive mainstay William Saliba remains sidelined with an injury, while Jurrien Timber did not travel to Ireland, returning to London to continue rehabilitation on a groin issue.
Ben White could be rested as a precaution following his 60-minute appearance against Girona, which marked his return from a long-term knee injury.
Main stars like Kai Havertz, Viktor Gyokeres, and Piero Hincapie are expected to see increased workloads after playing just 30 minutes last match.
There is a major boost as Gabriel Magalhães and Gabriel Martinelli have rejoined training and are available to feature.
However, captain Martin Ødegaard, alongside Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, David Raya, and Mikel Merino, remain unavailable on extended holiday breaks.
Consequently, starlets Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Max Dowman will play prominent roles.
Real Betis team news
Real Betis face their own selection headaches in Ireland, with several key players ruled out due to injuries and transfer developments.
In goal, Diego Conde is recovering from a shoulder problem, while Abde Ezzalzouli and Aitor Ruibal are both sidelined with knee issues.
Midfielder Ismael Barea remains a long-term absentee after suffering an ACL rupture. Furthermore, Gonzalo Petit and Iker Losada did not travel with the squad to Dublin as the club actively looks to arrange moves away for both players.
On a positive note, star playmaker Isco logged his first pre-season minutes against Almeria and could step up to the starting eleven.
Defender Diego Llorente is also expected to be fit despite previously coming off with muscular fatigue.
Finally, the match offers a special reunion for former Gunners right-back Héctor Bellerín, who is fully fit and scheduled to start.
Form
Arsenal
Arsenal come into this match in excellent pre-season form, fresh off a dominant 4–1 victory over Girona in their opening friendly. Showing sharp tactical rhythm under Mikel Arteta. Senior stars and standout academy youngsters are clicking, demonstrating strong offensive momentum as they prepare to build another consecutive winning streak.
Real Betis
Real Betis are carrying strong momentum of their own, following back-to-back pre-season successes under Manuel Pellegrini. They secured a commanding 4–0 victory over Lyon before grinding out a disciplined 1–0 win against Almería in their most recent fixture. The Spanish side is showing solid defensive stability and structural fitness as they gear up for the new season.
Predicted lineups
Arsenal: Kepa; Mosquera, Salmon, Hincapie, Calafiori; Nwaneri, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz; Dowman, Jesus, Tzolis
Real Betis: Gonzalez; Bellerin, Natan, Gomez, F. Garcia; Roca, Bernal; Antony, Isco, Fornals; Hernandez
How to watch Arsenal vs Real Betis?
In the UK, you can watch the Arsenal vs. Real Betis match live tonight on Premier Sports 1 or stream it online via Arsenal.com and the official club app.
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