E278: "Everton (H)" - Arsenal's Squad Rotation, Rice's Workload & Liverpool Looming (Match Preview)

Arsenal return to the Emirates to face Everton after a demanding week against Nottingham Forest and Bayern Munich. Bukayo Saka's injury presents another selection headache for Mikel Arteta, with Liverpool away approaching and questions over how much rotation Arsenal can afford.

Elliot, Justin and JJ assess David Moyes' Everton, the prospect of another low block and whether Arsenal need to change their attacking approach. Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze's roles come under discussion, alongside the choice between Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyökeres up front. The lads also examine the workloads of Declan Rice, Gabriel and Martin Ødegaard, and whether the upcoming Fleetwood Town fixture offers an opportunity to manage minutes.

Elsewhere, Manchester United's problems are back on the agenda ahead of Bournemouth, while the Prediction Game, Justin's Six Pack and Who Am I? complete the show.

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Arteta's Non-Negotiables & Intro
(01:15) - Who Am I?: The Everton and Arsenal Career Trail
(03:32) - Predictions: Sunderland vs Leeds
(06:50) - Manchester United vs Bournemouth
(13:16) - Six Pack: Everton's History & Records
(17:26) - Arsenal vs Everton: Form, Team News & David Moyes
(20:36) - Saka's Absence: Madueke or Dowman on the Right?
(22:45) - JJ's Christmas Tree: Two Tens & No Wingers
(24:46) - Gabriel & Ødegaard: Can Arsenal Afford to Rotate?
(27:05) - Three Points or a Statement Performance?
(28:21) - Full-Back Selection: Lewis-Skelly, Timber & Calafiori
(29:46) - Rice's Workload, Zubimendi & Midfield Rotation
(31:51) - Everton's Low Block: Change the System or Stay the Course?
(33:42) - Havertz vs Gyökeres: Arsenal's Striker Selection
(35:05) - Arsenal vs Everton: Score Predictions
(36:45) - Who Am I?: The Mystery Player Revealed