Former Gunners Champion Fear of MBAPE effect against Kiwior

Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Bettte fears that Jacob Kyuor should “learn in the job” if he is directed to Real Madrid tonight.

Gabriel’s injury means that the Gunners Mikeel Arteta coach will have to achieve a weak return against the power of Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo and Vinicius JR while Arsenal Madrid takes over the Champions League quarter -finals in the UAE.

Kyuror started in Everton on Saturday, a good performance in a 1-1 draw, and can keep its place, or can roam the Arteta on the tour and play Jurien Timber in the right back and move Ben White to the center alongside William Saliba.

Both solutions come with risk and Petit accepts that Arsenal will miss the international Brazil Gabriel.

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The absence of Gabriel represents a big blow to the messages – Betit

He said William Hill: “Gabriel is a first -class central defender who has constantly proved his value. During the past few seasons, his partnership with William Saliba has become one of the strongest in Europe. Arsenal will really feel his absence.

“Jacob Kyuor has performed well against Everton, but with all due respect, not Everton Real Madrid. Facing their attacker represents a completely different challenge to reach a person like Kylian Mbapé. The pace of movement, and the constant threat at the back – requires full focus and defensive awareness.

“This is a tremendous step for Kyuror. I have a lot of respect for him, but he hasn’t had many aspects for Arsenal yet – so this will be a real test. He will learn, and he does this against Real Madrid means learning on job at the highest level.

“However, it’s not only about Yuureoor. Arsenal’s answer lies in its collective effort, and not in any individual.

Saliba and rice will have to shine

Gabriel’s absence will focus more on Saliba and central midfielder Dicanan Rice.

“I think Declan Rice and William Saliba are the defensive backbone of Arsenal, and they are the most important players in Arsenal against Real Madrid. Along with (goalkeeper) David Raya, they will be very computer.

“Raya needs to focus fully throughout the game. Sometimes, he may find himself playing a little higher on the field-almost the additional back-back-so that his position and awareness will be essential.

“With the speed and threats of a person like Kylian Mbapé, things can change very quickly. This space behind the defense is always dangerous, so Raya should run and ready for anything.

“For me, the leaders of the Arsenal team are rice and negative. They need to communicate constantly, organize the back line, and completely control the defensive structure throughout the match.”