With the 2022 World Cup coming to an end, the attention shifts to Boxing Day as Arsenal look to continue their fine start to the Premier League season.
The Gunners sit top after 14 games, five points ahead of current champions Manchester City. But with injuries to Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson, Mikel Arteta’s attacking options have taken a significant blow.
Jesus could be out of action for up to three months following successful knee surgery, while Nelson was withdrawn during Arsenal’s friendly match against Juventus on Saturday after appearing to tweak his hamstring.
