Get ready for a thrilling Champions League encounter as Arsenal FC takes on Inter Milan! The Gunners are on a remarkable winning streak, having conquered all six of their Champions League matches so far, and now they're eyeing the last-16 stage. But here's where it gets controversial: with a crucial match against Manchester United looming this weekend, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta might just rest some of his key players for this clash against Inter. When asked about his team selection, Arteta played it cool, saying, "Let's see. I'll make my decision after a good night's sleep."
One player definitely missing is Piero Hincapie, who's on the sidelines with an injury. Kai Havertz is expected to feature, but whether he starts remains uncertain. Arteta has revealed that Bukayo Saka has been nursing a minor injury, so he might opt for a safer approach and bench the winger.
If Arteta decides to rotate his squad, players like Eberechi Eze, Gabriel Jesus, and Mikel Merino could step into the starting XI. Eze, in particular, hasn't started a game in almost a month, so this could be his chance to shine. Our predicted Arsenal lineup for this match is: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Merino, Eze; Madueke, Jesus, Trossard.
Injured players include Calafiori, Hincapie, and Dowman. The match is set to kick off at 8 pm GMT on Tuesday, January 19, 2026, at the iconic San Siro stadium. You can catch all the action live on Amazon Prime Video.
So, who do you think will make the cut for Arsenal's starting lineup? And will Arteta's strategy pay off? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
