Football NewsFootball.LondonUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Arteta urges Premier League to expand matchday squads
After a 3-0 Community Shield win, Arteta pleads for more squad spots to keep stars involved.
Mikel Arteta
coach
Competition
Community Shield
Score
Arsenal 3-0 Manchester City
Scorers
Calafiori, Havertz, Odegaard
Venue
Principality Stadium
What happened. Arteta called for the Premier League to increase matchday squad sizes after leaving Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus out of the Community Shield squad.
- Arteta had to omit Martinelli, Jesus, and Nwaneri for the match.
- Martinelli and Nwaneri were present in Cardiff but not in the squad.
- Arsenal's depth was showcased with a 3-0 win over Manchester City.
Arteta's plea comes as Arsenal's squad depth grows, highlighting the need for more roster flexibility.
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