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Simon Collings

Cedric Soares set for rare Arsenal start against Brighton but optimism over Takehiro Tomiyasu injury blow

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is optimistic about being fit to represent Japan at this month’s World Cup, though Cedric Soares is in line to start against Brighton.

Tomiyasu suffered an injury scare last week when he limped off with a muscle issue against FC Zurich in the Europa League. Arsenal are continuing to assess the right-back, but the initial diagnosis is a promising one and it is hoped he will be able to play at the World Cup.

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