The Football Association (FA) has upheld William Saliba’s red card, meaning the Arsenal defender will miss the crucial Premier League clash against Liverpool. The decision follows Saliba’s sending-off in Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Everton.
Saliba’s appeal was rejected due to the seriousness of the offense. The French defender’s high tackle on Everton’s Dwight McNeil was deemed endangering the opponent’s safety.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed disappointment: “We’re disappointed, but we respect the decision. We’ll adapt and find solutions.”
The absence of Saliba, a key player, significantly impacts Arsenal’s defensive dynamics. Arteta must reassess his lineup.
Potential replacements:
Gabriel Magalhaes
Rob Holding
Ben White
Liverpool, seeking to close the gap on league leaders Arsenal, views Saliba’s absence as a significant advantage.
Reds manager Jürgen Klopp welcomed the news: “Saliba’s absence changes Arsenal’s dynamics. We’ll exploit their vulnerabilities.”
