Arsenal team news: Wenger to make major changes to starting XI ahead of BATE clash
Arsenal face a long trip to Belarus to take on BATE Borisov in the Europa League on Thursday evening.
The clash will take place at the Borisov Arena in Barysaw while kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 (GMT).
Arsenal recorded a 3-1 win over FC Koln in their opening game of the group stage. The Gunners come into Thursday’s game following a 2-0 win against West Brom on Monday night.
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Arsenal team news:
Arsene Wenger is expected to rotate his starting eleven for the Europa League clash. The French tactician will have one eye on the weekend fixture against Brighton in the Premier League.
Mesut Ozil could play a role against BATE as he looks to regain full match fitness. The Germany international has been struggling with a knee injury in recent weeks.
Meanwhile, Callum Chambers and Francis Coquelin have both been ruled out with injuries. Danny Welbeck is also a major doubt after picking up a groin injury.
Jack Wilshere, Reiss Nelson and Ainsley Maitland-Niles are all expected to return to the starting XI against BATE.
