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Arsenal players at the World Cup: Saka, Jesus and Xhaka to star in Qatar

talksport.com, 14 November 2022, 14:42
The 2022 World Cup gets underway at the weekend and many Premier League players will be starring in Qatar.

Arsenal are top of the Premier League heading into the tournament and with so many players in top form, they will be represented well this winter.

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The Gunners will have ten of their key men present at the World Cup as they all compete for football's biggest prize.

Which Arsenal players will be at the World Cup?

Aaron Ramsdale

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The Gunners' goalkeeper has been superb this season and has played a big part in their success so far.

His call-up seemed certain and Gareth Southgate has included him in the England squad alongside Jordan Pickford and Nick Pope.

Ben White

After impressing at both right back and centre back since joining Arsenal, White will be at the World Cup this winter.

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Southgate may have not included him if Reece James was fit but the defender's form is deserving of a place in the squad.

Bukayo Saka

Joining his teammates in the England team, Saka was a shoo-in to claim a place at the World Cup.

The winger has scored four and assisted six goals this season and is sure to play big part in Qatar for Southgate's side.

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Granit Xhaka

Xhaka's career has made a full 180 this season and the midfielder is now a fan favourite at the Emirates.

He'll be leading Switzerland to the World Cup as they look to pull off some more upsets after beating France in the Euros two years ago.

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Gabriel Jesus

Gunners striker Jesus has enjoyed life in north London and now he has the chance to prove himself for Brazil.

There were some doubts about his place after he wasn't called up during previous international breaks but he managed to secure his spot in Qatar.

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Gabriel Martinelli

Joining Jesus with Brazil is Martinelli. The young winger has earned his call-up after starring for Arsenal this season.

He is thriving under Mikel Arteta and has been rewarded with a place in the squad, fending off many high-quality players in the process.

William Saliba

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Saliba has been called up to the France squad as the reigning champions look to lift the trophy once again.

The centre-back has been in superb form in the Premier League and now has the chance to show his talents in Qatar.

Thomas Partey

The Ghanaian midfielder has been the anchor to all of Arsenal's success this season, sitting in behind the creative players and sweeping up.

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He has also scored the occasional screamer and will be aiming to continue his good run of performances with the Black Stars.

Takehiro Tomiyasu

Japan have selected Tomiyasu for their squad at the World Cup. The versatile defender will play a big role for his country in Qatar.

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After various injury issues, doubts rose about his place but he will be there and is expected to be fit.

Matt Turner

Back-up goalkeeper Turner has spoken in the past about his dreams of playing for Arsenal in Europe. He achieved that.

Now he will be dreaming of going as far as possible at the World Cup with the USA.

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Which Arsenal players missed out?

Some of Arsenal's key players will not be appearing at the World Cup.

Captain Martin Odegaard will now have a month off after Norway failed to qualify while Kieran Tierney also won't be in Qatar after Scotland didn't make it.

Centre-back Gabriel was the surprise omission as he missed out on a place in Brazil's squad despite his great form this season.

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