Arsenal vs Coventry City - Predicted lineup and team news
Arsenal prepares for their Premier League season opener against Coventry City following a successful Community Shield performance. The team faces some injury concerns, including Bruno Guimarães, while new signings and tactical adjustments are expected.
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Arsenal open their Premier League title defence against Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium on Friday evening, just days after thrashing Manchester City in the Community Shield.
Mikel Arteta's side head into the new season as champions and heavy favourites against newly promoted opposition. The performance in Cardiff last weekend, capped by Calafiori's goal inside 26 seconds, gave an early indication of the intent Arteta wants to carry into the campaign proper.
William Saliba remains out long-term with a back injury, and Jurrien Timber is sidelined with a groin problem. Bruno Guimarães is a doubt for Friday after being substituted at half-time in the Community Shield with a thigh problem, later seen with an ice pack applied.
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