The taker is the most important player in the set-piece routine, and Mikel Arteta's side now have several strong options to choose from

ST: Mikel Merino — Viktor Gyökeres’s injury setback is unlikely to be serious, but the quick turnaround means the Swede may not be risked. If that’s the case, Merino, who functioned effectively as Arsenal’s emergency striker last season, will start up top.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been speaking to Premier League Productions after the win: "They have maybe lost [at home] once in like 18 months. We knew it was going to be tough, so we had to stick to our principles.

West Ham great Tony Cottee says Declan Rice is probably the best midfielder in the world right now – but think he could end his career back at centre-back.The 26-year-old former Hammers midfielder

Midfielder Declan Rice has revealed he pointed to the sky as he celebrated his goal in Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Burnley in honour of his late auntie. The England international paid a beautiful tribute after scoring in a Premier League win over Scott Parker’s Clarets which saw Mikel Arteta’s in-form side move seven points clear at the top of the table.

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While William Saliba often receives much of the acclaim, Gabriel is now staking his own claim as one of Arsenal’s most influential players. His physicality and aggression make him a nightmare for opposition attackers,