UCL: Arsenal v Kairat Almaty

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After a frustrating home loss to Manchester United, Mikel Arteta’s side look to close out the Champions League Group on a high note. Kairat Almaty visit The Emirates in what is essentially a dead rubber. Arsenal should view the match as opportunity for squad players to get some rhythm.

Kairat Almaty have mustered just one point so far and sit bottom of the UCL table. The Kazakhstan side play a compact 4-2-3-1 and are known for their defensive shape. Goalkeeper Temerian Anarbekov has been the standout performer, keeping over more than five expected goals so far in the competition. They rely heavily on quick transitions through Edmilsona and Valery Gromyko.

Arsenal will finish top of the league with a solemn point from this fixture. After the United game sent shockwaves acrossthe Goonersphere, Arteta has called for calm. This match will present the perfect opportunity for players like Kai Havertz and Ricardo Calafiori to get some match fitness, while Eberechi Eze will hope to impress his way into more league minutes.

Will this be straightforward for Arsenal? Or will the side from Almaty get a historical result? Join us on Wednesday afternoon at Dillon’s. Let’s finish the UCL league phase on a high note.

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