"Mikel Arteta confirmed that he had decided who would play in goal but declined to say publicly. He emphasized that there would not be a major drop-off in quality if Kepa did start."
"Arteta stated, 'With the quality of the keepers that we have right now, they are both Internationals, they play at the highest level, higher clubs and they have the experience to deal with any kind of situation.'"
"Odegaard is unlikely to start, but Timber could come straight back into the starting line-up. He has been named in the Netherlands squad for the upcoming international break."
"Viktor Gyokeres impressed against Leverkusen on Tuesday but Kai Havertz is now fully fit and an option to lead the line. Gyokeres could be a threat off the bench as space opens up late in the match."
Mikel Arteta has decided to start Kepa Arrizabalaga in the Carabao Cup final, despite David Raya's strong form. Arteta believes there will be no significant drop in quality with Kepa in goal. Jurrien Timber and Martin Odegaard are set to return, with Timber likely to start while Odegaard may not. Kai Havertz is fully fit and could lead the attack, with Viktor Gyokeres as a potential impact substitute. The match is scheduled for March 22, 2026, at 4.30pm GMT.
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