Kepa Arrizabalaga
ARSSpain
Right
Oct 3, 1994
31
6'2"
185 lb
GK
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ArsenalTwo saves in season finale
Arrizabalaga registered two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga made his first Premier League appearance for Arsenal in Sunday's 2-1 season finale win over Crystal Palace, coming off his line with authority to stonewall Daniel Munoz's close-range header with a sharp first-half stop before getting beaten late by Jean-Philippe Mateta's 89th minute header. He showed good command in key moments despite limited action across the match. Kepa wraps up his campaign with 14 saves in six appearances across all competitions for the Gunners.
Struggles again
Arrizabalaga recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Southampton.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga struggled in the Carabao Cup final and once again had a rough Cup outing, allowing two against Championship side Southampton on Saturday. He will likely return to the bench for the rest of the campaign as Arsenal chases down league and UCL glory, with David Raya to return to his starting role.
Concedes twice
Arrizabalaga recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 3-2 win versus Kairat.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga got the start as Arsenal had nothing to play for and there's a reason the former Chelsea man is the backup goalkeeper. It's hard to fault him much for not stopping a penalty but Arrizabalaga made zero saves overall. He's likely to head back to the bench Saturday against Leeds with David Raya taking over as the regular goalkeeper.
Out Tuesday
Arrizabalaga is out for Tuesday's trip to Slavia Prague, manager Mikel Arteta told reporters.
Analysis: Arrizabalaga didn't train during Monday's session and has now been ruled out against Slavia Prague. The backup goalkeeper wasn't playing a huge role and isn't a big blow in the team. David Raya remains the nailed-on starter and the top choice in all major competitions moving forward,
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