Arteta stressed calm after defeats to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final and Southampton in the FA Cup, noting it was the first time Arsenal had lost successive games this season. Goalkeeper David Raya will return for the Champions League first leg against Sporting, while key players Saka and Timber remain injured. Gabriel Magalhães, Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard are expected to play as Arsenal aim to refocus before heading to Lisbon.
Arsenal Urge Calm After Cup Dips
Mikel Arteta and David Raya urge Arsenal not to panic after back‑to‑back cup losses, stressing a return to identity before the Sporting tie.