Eberechi Eze is set to start on the left flank for Arsenal’s Champions League clash against Slavia Prague, defying concerns over a minor injury. The Evening Standard confirms the England international is expected to be fully fit for Wednesday evening’s fixture, allowing Mikel Arteta to field his preferred attacking lineup. This decision effectively sidelines Christos Tzolis, who has only recently returned from a hamstring issue and is unlikely to feature twice in four days.
England star poised to break 50-year-old scoring record in Prague
Beyond immediate tactical needs, Eze is on the brink of a historic European milestone. According to Arsenal’s official match preview, a goal in Prague would make him the first Englishman to score in three consecutive European Cup appearances for the club since Ray Kennedy. Kennedy achieved a four-game scoring streak during the 1971/72 campaign, a benchmark Eze is now poised to challenge as he seeks to cement his status in the team’s continental campaign.
The primary objective remains preserving Arsenal’s unbeaten record in the competition against a Slavia Prague side currently enjoying strong domestic form. With Eze expected to lead the line, Arsenal aims to maintain their momentum in the group stage. The presence of a fit Eze provides crucial depth and creativity, ensuring the Gunners have their best available personnel to navigate a potentially tricky away encounter.
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