Arsenal Daily Briefing — May 23, 2026: World Cup Gunners, Merino Returns, and Tomorrow's Trophy Moment
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May 23, 2026 · 8:09 AM
Arsenal Daily Briefing — May 23, 2026: World Cup Gunners, Merino Returns, and Tomorrow's Trophy Moment
Twelve Arsenal players are heading to the World Cup in North America. Merino is back on grass and ready to play. Tomorrow at Selhurst Park: the trophy lift. And seven days until Budapest.
Sources
- Arsenal.com — Every Arsenal player called up for 2026 World Cup
- Football London — Mikel Merino opens up on Arsenal injury hell and Crystal Palace chances
- Sports Illustrated — Arsenal XI vs Crystal Palace: Injury News, Predicted Lineup
- Evening Standard — Arsenal injury news: Timber and Merino latest
- Evening Standard — Arsenal XI vs Crystal Palace confirmed team news
- Premier League — When will Arsenal lift the Premier League Trophy
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