Hello and welcome to The Athletic's live coverage of today's FA Cup match between League One's Oxford United and Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Zinchenko replaces Tierney and Xhaka comes on for Lokonga. "Every player wants to play whatever the competition. "It was nice. "We have good players, it's the first time I have had probably my strongest team to compete. "From my point of view the players did the club proud. You have to be scoring goals and he's doing it." On Nketiah: "It is what we want from every player. He made a difference. Mikel Arteta had more to say to ITV Sport after the win: "It is always tough to win in this round. January 9, 2023 at 10:27 PM UTC That match will come less than three weeks before the two Premier League title rivals meet in the league for the first time this season. [Bukayo Saka](https://theathletic.com/football/player/bukayo-saka-KM98BOcjxMZ919HO/) hobbled off in the 75th minute, a worrying sight for Arsenal fans with the north London derby coming up on Sunday, but Mikel Arteta confirmed after the match that he is fine.
Follow the action live as Premier League leaders Arsenal head to League One side Oxford in the FA Cup third round.
— Oxford play host to Arsenal at the Kassam Stadium in Oxford, England. Arsenal's has been anything but, establishing a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League which will count for nothing when they kick off at the Kassam Stadium this evening. We missed Emile – we know at his best, he is a big player for us." Oxford start the show! Mikel Arteta is focusing that stern gaze forward on the touchline. This has been a quiet start on the pitch, which may suit both teams. Bukayo Saka is on his bike for the first time this morning. This is an obvious chance for Kieran Tierney to stake his claim for a more regular Arsenal starting berth. Then two tasty - and successful - challenges go in from their heroes, just to ramp the excellent atmosphere up a notch. Oxford are growing in belief. This is a useful spell for Oxford.
ARSENAL are taking on League One Oxford United in the FA Cup third round RIGHT NOW!The headline team news is that Bukayo Saka STARTS for the Gunners i.
Oxford 0 – 0 Arsenal Obviously every player wants to play and I just want to keep improving.Eddie Nketiah Oxford 0 – 3 Arsenal Oxford 0 – 1 Arsenal Oxford 0 – 2 Arsenal Full Time: Oxford 0 – 3 Arsenal
Arsenal has set up a fourth-round match with English Premier League title rival Manchester City in the FA Cup by beating third-tier Oxford United 3-0.
It will be the first of three games in a three-month span between the top two clubs in the country this season, with league meetings scheduled for February and April. “Every player wants to play whatever the competition. Arsenal will head to Etihad Stadium on the weekend of Jan.
Premier League leaders Arsenal booked an FA Cup fourth round clash with Manchester City after they beat third-tier Oxford United 3-0 on Monday night thanks ...
"Eddie is scoring goals and contributing to the way we play and I am delighted for him. Arsenal have now won their last 14 FA Cup ties against sides from outside the top-two divisions of English football. It was the Egyptian's first goal for his club since May 2021.
Eddie Nketiah answered Arsenal's call once again as he netted a brace in a hard-fought 3-0 FA Cup third round win at Oxford United.
But an injury sustained by Bukayo Saka, who seemed to pull up with 15 minutes remaining, will be a major concern ahead of Sunday's crucial north London derby at Tottenham. But they improved massively after the interval, with Fabio Vieira producing two excellent assists to break the resistance of the hosts. The first was a fine free-kick, which was headed home by Mohamed Elneny and the second was a delightful through ball for Eddie Nketiah, who rounded Oxford keeper Ed McGinty to make it 2-0.
Elneny and Fabio Vieira in Arsenal's midfield made up for poor performances by Albert Sambi Lokonga and Gabriel Martinelli against Oxford United.
Had the home fans in raptures when he was seemingly sent for a hotdog twice by Anderson, but the real culprit was the pitch, which resembled a slip-and-slide. Did the simple things well as you'd expect from a player of his quality prior to his withdrawal following a knock. Extended his fine scoring run when he rounded McGinty and slotted into an empty net before dinking a delightful second over the goalkeeper. He was screaming for a penalty when his effort struck the planted arm of Elliot Moore, but referee David Coote waved away Arsenal's protests. Won the game for his side with two stunning assists. He was eager to get forward too and won a corner after a neat exchange with Vieira. Took no chances in the early exchanges against a positive Oxford side, opting to clear his lines under pressure rather than playing. Got away with a few iffy moments including a risky back-pass and a poor headed clearance. Capped a decent second-half display with a couple of well-timed challenges. Mikel Arteta, 6 -- As expected, Arteta rang the changes for this latest cup clash. His Cruyff turn with the ball at his feet won't have hurt either. The visitors lacked intensity in spells and even looked rattled by their League One opponents in the first half.
Eddie Nketiah bagged a brace to help us ease past Oxford United in the FA Cup third round.
And on 76 minutes, the striker showed more excellent composure to add his second and our third of the night. That goal seemingly broke the resilience of the hosts, and just seven minutes later we doubled our advantage. After the restart, our tempo was higher and we immediately began causing more problems for our opponents.
Mikel Arteta has eased fears that Bukayo Saka could miss Sunday's north London derby, insisting the Arsenal winger "is fine" after an injury scare.
"It’s been four months since he played so I think it was the perfect game to give him some minutes to get off the blocks," Arteta said. WHAT THEY SAID: "Saka is fine," the Arsenal boss said after the victory at the Kassam Stadium. That raised concerns that he could miss this weekend's game at Tottenham, but Arteta insisted that the England international had not done anything serious.
Mohamed Elneny feels that our 3-0 victory over Oxford United will only build confidence heading into the weekend's north London derby.
“We knew it was going to be a tough game today because for [Oxford] it is one game of the season and it is something big for them. “Of course, I’m happy to score and help my team to win the game. “I think we were frustrated because we knew we were playing good but we just missed out on scoring a goal,” he added.
Arsenal has set up a fourth-round match with English Premier League title rival Manchester City in the FA Cup by beating third-tier Oxford United 3-0.
It will be the first of three games in a three-month span between the top two clubs in the country this season, with league meetings scheduled for February and April. “Every player wants to play whatever the competition. Arsenal will head to Etihad Stadium on the weekend of Jan.
Goals from Mohamed Elneny and Eddie Nketiah allowed Mikel Arteta's side to advance to the FA Cup Fourth Round. This is already a better result than what the ...
Their game early on in the campaign got bumped back due to Arsenal making up a Europa league fixture. The reward Arsenal earned by defeating Oxford is a trip to the Etihad to take on Manchester City. Arteta even experimented with Oleksandr Zinchenko in a midfield role, something he does often with the Ukraine National Team. Nketiah is on decent form since the World Cup return. Arsenal went on the road to Oxford in the FA Cup to continue its hot form. On the attack, Eddie Nketiah grabbed a brace.
These fans in England took a rather unconventional approach to watch Arsenal vs. Oxford United in the Emirates FA Cup on Monday.
Holding a capacity of over 53,000 with no view if standing on top of a car, the standing fans would need to get actual tickets this time around. 28, when the Gunners travel to the Etihad Stadium to battle Manchester City in the fourth round of the cup. A group of fans in England would certainly say so.
In particular, keep an eye on two players: Mykhailo Mudryk of Shakhtar Donestk and Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid, because the Premier League's big market ...
But the next days will be crucial, with Italian and Spanish clubs still quiet. Arsenal are still leading the race as they have a big advantage. Sporting Lisbon are not open to negotiating for less than the release clause of €45 million. But Arsenal are still in contact with Shakhtar Donetsk to discuss the structure of the deal. The whole industry feels that in the end they can accept around €80-85 million for the Ukrainian winger, but as of now, it's still a complicated deal. This is why Mendes flew to Madrid on Thursday to speak to Atletico Madrid about the situation.
Arsenal may be top of the Premier League but it's clear that Mikel Arteta's squad will need reinforcements if the Gunners are to sustain their title ...
The Arsenal manager has stated that the club is active in the transfer market GOAL takes a look below and ranks each area in terms of importance... Arsenal’s strength in depth has been the topic of much discussion since
Despite Chelsea's best efforts to derail Arsenal's pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk it appears we are edging towards a deal with Shakhtar Donetsk for the ...
In the meantime, [“The problem is we have only one [striker]!”](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/arteta-eddie-is-getting-better-but-only-one-striker-is-a-problem/) [followed up with another approach](https://arseblog.news/2023/01/report-arsenal-table-increased-offer-for-mudryk/) that was also turned down.
Emile Smith Rowe has revealed he is "itching" to make an impact in Arsenal's title bid this season after making his long awaited return from injury.
So it was really tough, but I managed to get through it and I am just happy I’m fully fit now." I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. WHAT THEY SAID: It’s been a tough few months for the 21-year-old, but now he is back and has vowed to try and make his mark.
Mykhaylo Mudryk has denied he sent a transfer message to Chelsea as Arsenal close in on a full agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk, according to reports.
Arsenal transfer news: The January transfer window will be interesting (and important) for the Gunners as Mikel Arteta's side is clearly a big contender for ...
(NM) [ Man City](https://soccer.nbcsports.com/2022/06/07/manchester-city-transfer-news-live-latest-reports-rumors-updates/) If they can bring in Jesus then Arteta will be delighted as the Gunners’ young squad continues to move in the direction as they battle for a top four finish. [ Tottenham](https://soccer.nbcsports.com/2022/06/02/tottenham-transfer-news-live-latest-reports-rumors-updates/) on a preseason tour and he should play plenty of minutes for the Gunners as he gets to know his new teammates, coaches and settles in further. (JPW) With Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez arriving this summer, Jesus needed to move to get more minutes as he aims to start for Brazil at the World Cup in November. But if Arsenal does sign Mudryk, it makes perfect sense and slots in with their identity as a club. Arsenal second proposal for Mykhaylo Mudryk is close to €50m fixed fee plus add-ons. Romano adds that if Arsenal and Shakhtar cannot agree a fee, Chelsea are waiting in the wings to snap up the extremely talented Ukraine international. This all hinges on how much Arsenal are willing to pay up front and how much Shakhtar are willing to accept in instalments. That said, a report from the Daily Express suggests that Shakhtar are finally open to negotiating down their asking price of $100 million and some compromises are being found.
Emile Smith Rowe spoke to the media following his return to the pitch in our FA Cup win over Oxford.
"I've been itching to get out there and play with the boys," he said. I had a successful surgery and I am really feeling really good." "We are feeling really good at the moment. "I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery. But right now, I just need to focus on Arsenal and getting some more minutes. I am just going to kick on from here."
Arsenal transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk has joined up with his Shakhtar Donetsk team-mates as they head to Turkey for their mid-season training camp.
Mudryk, 22, and the rest of his Shakhtar team-mates are due to fly at 10am local time from Rzeszow in Poland to Antalya on the south coast of Turkey. Mudryk has also impressed in the Ukrainian Premier League, registering seven goals and six assists as his Shakhtar side sit second in the table. The winger has joined the team to travel as he continues to be linked with a move away from the club in the January transfer window.
Mikel Arteta admits that Arsenal's lack of striking options is a “problem”, with the Gunners seemingly missing out on Joao Felix to Chelsea.
And to go for that many months until Gabby is back is not easy. I will try to do that and if we have any reinforcements, great.” Arteta is reluctant to be drawn into a debate regarding specific transfer targets, but concedes that he needs to work hard on improving those at his disposal while also reinforcing collective ranks at Emirates Stadium.
Emile Smith Rowe finally returned on Monday following surgery in September and is 'itching' to lend Arsenal extra depth in the title race.
“I have been itching to get out there and play with the boys. [Champions League](https://theathletic.com/football/champions-league/) spot — as motivation, Smith Rowe said: “Most of us already know how it felt back then. [RB Leipzig](https://theathletic.com/football/team/leipzig/) in 2019), which has been quite hard to manage. Even last year, his involvement became more stop-start having been [Mikel Arteta’s most-used player from August to December](https://theathletic.com/2973578/2021/11/24/arteta-must-find-time-to-rest-saka-and-smith-rowe-but-what-then-for-arsenal/). From a stylistic sense, players are being asked to be on the move constantly, whether that is driving through midfield with the ball or pressing without it. “I was pretty much with them from the start after surgery,” he added. Though the mind may feel ready to return, the body still needs time to heal. A lot of people might not know about that from over the years. [the 3-0 win](https://theathletic.com/4074300/2023/01/10/arsenal-oxford-united-midfield-options/), with [Eddie Nketiah](https://theathletic.com/football/player/eddie-nketiah-DEv6ydhcRGewFPXs/)’s double adding to [Mohamed Elneny](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mohamed-elneny-fPweHDfEZTmUJqFs/)’s 63rd-minute opener. But at the same time, we are top of the league and playing really well, so I can’t complain. I had a successful surgery and I am feeling really good. Replacing his fellow Hale End academy graduate with a quarter of an hour to play, these were Smith Rowe’s first minutes in four months after a slightly alternative road to recovery from injury.
Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk could be closing in on a January transfer to Arsenal if recent reports are to be believed.
[CBS Sports](https://twitter.com/CBSSportsGolazo) last year, he said: "I do dream (of the Premier League). Now, [MediaFoot](https://mediafoot.net/mudryk-a-arsenal-tous-les-details-du-deal-en-negociation-info-media-foot/) have reported that Mudryk is close to signing a four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium with the option of another year and his proposed salary is said to work out at €7.5 million (£6.3 million) per season. I think every guy dreams about the Premier League. I like the way they play. This would mean the 22-year-old's weekly wage would be around £127,000 per week, a sum that would make him one of the club's highest earners. "We are really trying to improve the squad in every window," Arteta said earlier this month when asked about potential transfers.
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal hit rock bottom last season with fans calling for him to be sacked, but now they're flying high after his rebuilding project was given ...
Everton's ownership should also look to the example of Arteta and Arsenal. [Owner Todd Boehly has backed Potter after this latest setback](/sport/football/article-11615745/ADRIAN-KAJUMBA-Graham-Potter-retains-FIRM-backing-Chelsea-owners-despite-slump-form.html), not least in the transfer market where the loan signing of Joao Felix is certainly a statement. Chelsea, Everton and others should pay attention. Over at Everton, Farhad Moshiri has been more than happy to chop and change. It makes Arteta's success at Arsenal - the product of patience and quiet building - all the more satisfying to see. Managers seem to be halfway to the sack before they've even taken charge of a game. Everton gave a good account of themselves before succumbing to Man United in the FA Cup Everton's fans have not turned on Lampard in the same way Chelsea's have on Potter, mainly due to the realisation that such a turnover of managers is more indicative of issues behind the scenes. Potter was never going to be the kind of manager who came in, shook things up and delivered a trophy within a few months. Many Arsenal fans were calling on the club's hierarchy to sack Arteta and let someone else have a go in the wake of damaging early season losses to Brentford, Chelsea and City. The vote of confidence in the January window will be welcome but it comes with the imperative that results need to improve - and fast. [Arsenal](/sport/teampages/arsenal.html) may well be sitting pretty at the top of the [Premier League](/sport/premierleague/index.html) but it's worth remembering they've been right down to the bottom and back up again.
Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season.
Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Miguel Azeez has been recalled from his loan at UD Ibiza and has joined Wigan Athletic on loan for the remainder of the season. The 20-year-old has made 11 appearances in total for UD Ibiza this season and will now spend the second half of the campaign with former Arsenal contingent, Kolo Toure and Kevin Betsy at Wigan Athletic in the Championship.
Arsenal youngster Miguel Azeez is in talks over a loan move to Championship side Wigan Athletic. Azeez, 20, spent the first half of the season on loan at ...
[Cardiff](https://theathletic.com/football/team/cardiff-city/) City. [Championship](https://theathletic.com/football/efl-championship/) last season. [Arsenal](https://theathletic.com/football/team/arsenal/) youngster Miguel Azeez is in talks over a loan move to Championship side [Wigan Athletic](https://theathletic.com/football/team/wigan-athletic/).
Marseille midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, formerly of Arsenal, has reportedly received a contract offer from a Premier League club.
That said, he may eventually try to prove himself in the Premier League again after his failure to break through at Arsenal. He's made 78 appearances for Marseille in all competitions in just two seasons. They suspect Aston Villa are the interested club but have not confirmed the pursuit.
Arsenal supporters will get their first glimpse of the new Emirates Stadium wrap tomorrow, football.london understands. It was initially hoped that the ...
However, after months of consultations and design preparation, fans will finally get to see what the updated Emirates will look like during a special reveal event this evening. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) family feel to the ground. The previous artwork surrounding the Emirates was mainly player orientated, but the club hopes that the additional fan representation and inclusivity will provide more of an
The Gunners could target further attacking reinforcements this month despite the potential arrival of Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk during the ...
Additionally, the 28-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, making him a cheap and accessible option for clubs looking to strengthen in the coming weeks. Wolves' Pedro Neto is said to have admirers within the walls of London Colney but is again unlikely to be under consideration as he recovers from ankle surgery. So, with Felix on his way to Chelsea and Mudryk seemingly edging closer to Arsenal, who else could Mikel Arteta target should he want to sign not one but two forwards this month? However, Shakhtar have remained reluctant to soften their stance as they hold out for a fee closer to their valuation of around £88million. Instead, sporting director Edu has continued to focus on negotiations with Shakhtar Donetsk for Mudryk. [claimed progress had been made as the two clubs finally look to find an agreement](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-edu-mykhaylo-mudryk-transfer-25936690).
Marseille midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, formerly of Arsenal, has reportedly received a contract offer from a Premier League club.
India: Star Sports network has the rights to show Premier League matches in India. The rest of the matches are streamed on NBC platform Peacock for subscribers. That said, he may eventually try to prove himself in the Premier League again after his failure to break through at Arsenal. [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/epl/?irad=1372819&irmp=1131770&sharedid=editorial) in Canada. He's made 78 appearances for Marseille in all competitions in just two seasons. They suspect Aston Villa are the interested club but have not confirmed the pursuit.
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Arsenal transfer news: All the latest rumours involving potential moves for the likes of Mykhaylo Mudryk and Matteo Guendouzi.
Now, [FootMercato](https://www.footmercato.net/a3978657598313986291-le-shakhtar-et-arsenal-se-rapprochent-dun-accord-pour-mykhaylo-mudryk) have claimed that the north Londoners have taken a huge step towards securing a 'full agreement' for Mudryk. "The problem is that we have only one striker and to cope for that many months until Gabby (Jesus) is back is not easy", the Spaniard said after the full-time whistle. The two clubs are still discussing bonuses, but are edging closer to an agreement on a transfer fee which could be around €100million (£88million). If we can have some reinforcements, great." However, Arteta himself has made it no secret of his desire to add to his squad in the winter window, consistently admitting that the Gunners are light in attack following Gabriel Jesus' knee injury. In his
Mikel Arteta has already hinted that he will take necessary risks with his Arsenal team selection for this weekend's North London Derby against Tottenham ...
With 17 games of the Premier League season played for Arsenal, it means that Saka, Saliba and the rest of Arteta's squad have another two games to avoid a yellow card suspension. Not only were they risked in the Then there's Thomas Partey on two. The good news heading into this weekend's fixture is that [Gunners' 4-2 win over Brighton and Hove Albion on New Year's Eve](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-brighton-martin-odegaard-zinchenko-25871141), Saka is now on four yellow cards in the Premier League this season and as a result, if booked against Spurs he will miss the Man United clash a week later. [Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson will be the two Arsenal first-team players ruled out of the visit to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium through injury](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/saka-jesus-nelson-arsenal-injury-25935824) and it's almost certain they won't be back in time for the clash against the Red Devils, so the Spaniard knows what he will be working with.
Tottenham will host Arsenal in the second north London derby of the season in the Premier League – here are all the details.
The rest of the matches are streamed on NBC platform Peacock for subscribers. In 2021/22, though, they inflicted a hugely painful defeat on Mikel Arteta's side, who arrived with the chance of securing Champions League qualification but were hammered 3-0 to help Spurs beat them to a top-four position. There has been glory for both sides in the history of this fiercely-contested derby. Mon, Jan. Sun, Jan.