Arsenal have recalled Christian Norgaard and Ethan Nwaneri to the travelling squad for Inter Milan. For punters, this boosts Arsenal’s midfield depth and bench impact — consider backing Arsenal to stay compact or take an Asian -0.5 handicap, and check substitute anytime-scorer markets if Arteta plans late changes.
Arteta recalls Norgaard and Nwaneri for Inter Milan trip
Arsenal boosted their Champions League travelling squad with the return of Christian Norgaard and Ethan Nwaneri ahead of Tuesday’s clash with Inter Milan. The duo had been left out of the Premier League matchday selection but have been included now that Champions League squads allow 23 players.
Training picture and squad availability
Only three players were absent from Monday’s training session: Piero Hincapie, Riccardo Calafiori and Max Dowman. Cristhian Mosquera has returned to the bench in recent domestic action, and his comeback previously contributed to Norgaard and Nwaneri missing out on the Premier League squad.
Why the Champions League recall matters
Premier League matchday lists are limited to 20 players, while Champions League rosters expand to 23, giving Mikel Arteta room to add two extra outfield players and a third goalkeeper. The logical additions in this case were Norgaard and Nwaneri plus an academy goalkeeper to complete the European roster.
Squad depth and tactical implications
Norgaard’s presence strengthens defensive midfield cover and experience, while Nwaneri provides youthful attacking depth and late-game impact potential. Arteta now has greater flexibility to rotate, respond to in-game injuries and change the match tempo with substitutes.
Injury timeline and what to watch
Return dates for Calafiori, Hincapie and Dowman remain uncertain. Expect further clarification in the manager’s pre-match comments as Arteta outlines availability and squad plans ahead of the trip to Italy.
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Christian Norgaard and Ethan Nwaneri have returned to the travelling Arsenal squad for Tuesday’s match against Inter Milan, but three other players remain absent.Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty ImagesA...
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