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Arsenal travel to St Mary’s on Saturday for an FA Cup quarter-final clash with Championship side Southampton.
The Gunners are looking to respond after their EFL Cup final defeat to Manchester City, where Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to impose themselves.
Despite that setback, Arsenal remain in contention for a treble, sitting comfortably at the top of the Premier League and progressing in Europe.
Their FA Cup journey has been efficient rather than convincing, including a narrow win over Mansfield Town in the previous round. However, history is on their side, having frequently gone on to lift the trophy when reaching the latter stages in recent years.
Southampton, meanwhile, are enjoying an excellent run under Tonda Eckert. The Saints are unbeaten in 14 matches across all competitions and have built strong momentum in both the Championship and FA Cup.
Southampton v Arsenal team news
Arsenal are dealing with a significant number of fitness concerns following the international break. Players including Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and William Saliba are among those with uncertain availability, while Martin Odegaard remains a doubt and Mikel Merino is ruled out.
With key attackers potentially missing, young talent Max Dowman could be handed an opportunity, while Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to start in goal.
Southampton also have issues to manage. Flynn Downes and Kuryu Matsuki are suspended, while captain Jack Stephens has picked up an injury. Several others, including Mads Roerslev, remain sidelined.
Ross Stewart, who scored the decisive goal against Fulham, is set to lead the line again.
