Arsenal Predicted Lineup for Pre-Season Clash Against Real Betis with Two Changes from Arteta
Mikel Arteta is likely to make a couple of adjustments for Arsenal's upcoming pre-season match against Real Betis in Dublin on Wednesday. The Gunners cruised to a 4-1 victory over Girona last Saturday, where new faces Piero Hincapie, Viktor Gyokeres, and Kai Havertz made their first appearances of the pre-season following the World Cup.
None of these players were on the pitch for more than 33 minutes, as Arteta opted to be cautious. Gyokeres may now get some rest, making way for Gabriel Jesus to lead the attack. Jesus sealed the win against Girona after goals from Max Dowman and Christos Tzolis, both expected to keep their spots on the wings alongside Reiss Nelson, who is reportedly set to leave the club.
Midfield will see Myles Lewis-Skelly continue despite interest from Manchester United. The Hale End academy graduate is a firm pick while Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, and Mikel Merino remain sidelined. Havertz and Ethan Nwaneri should maintain their places, completing the midfield trio. Defensively, Hincapie is expected to start again, with Gabriel Magalhaes likely resting. Ben White, who played 61 minutes against Girona after recovering from a knee injury, might be rested as well, opening the door for Marli Ellis Salmon to impress. Cristhian Mosquera could shift to right-back to accommodate this change.
Predicted Arsenal Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Kepa
- Defenders: Mosquera, Salmon, Hincapie, Calafiori
- Midfielders: Nwaneri, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz
- Forwards: Dowman, Jesus, Tzolis
