Arsenal vs Bolton LIVE: Nwaneri nets Gunners double on Emirates debut after Rice opener
The controversy and drama from the weekend’s Premier League title clash might still be the primary cause of conversation between Arsenal supporters but the third round Carabao Cup clash with Bolton provides an interesting opportunity for the Gunners. A chance for rotation with far less pressure on the result.
Yes, there is certainly an expectation that Mikel Arteta will give a chance to some of the younger players. Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly certainly will be expected to start the game, while David Raya’s injury status and Neto being cup-tied will give one of the youth goalkeepers a chance.
Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United and Aston Villa are all already through to the fourth round and a trophy remains a need for the Gunners. The draw for the fourth round will take place following the conclusion of the evening’s games.
Arsenal changes
Lewis-Skelly cannot continue and is coming off. Gabriel will take his place as Calafiori moves to the left-back position.
Kai Havertz is also coming on for Declan Rice.
Lewis-Skelly down
Off the ball seemingly. He is walking back to the sidelines and looks like he will continue.
Side netting again
Arsenal have a had a fire lit under them since the goal. Nwaneri sets up Saka to drive onto his right foot again but he cannot find the target.
Goal! Arsenal 3-1 Bolton
Collins gets the goal after hitting the Gunners on the break. Porter here is under the microscope who gets simply put to the floor by the forward and he has to put the ball in an empty net.
Side netting
Saka drives down the right looking to power one in the net but a deflection sees it hit the side netting.
Side netting
Saka drives down the right looking to power one in the net but a deflection sees it hit the side netting.
