Madueke’s Debut Sparks Buzz: Arsenal and Leeds Unveil Surprise Line-Ups Ahead of Showdown

Oh, the Premier League is already buzzing with excitement! Arsenal, fresh off a confident 1-0 win over Manchester United, are gearing up to host Leeds United at the Emirates, aiming to climb alongside their fierce north London rivals, Tottenham, who have kicked off their season with flying colors themselves. Leeds, not to be underestimated after their own victory against Everton, will certainly bring their A-game to this early showdown. It’s that classic clash where early momentum meets raw ambition—Arsenal looking to maintain their flawless start, while Leeds want to prove they belong in the upper echelons. With Arteta making a couple of tweaks — including debutant Noni Madueke stepping in — and Leeds facing injury setbacks but welcoming fresh faces on the bench, this fixture is more than just points; it’s about setting the tone. Trust me, this is one match you won’t want to miss! LEARN MORE

Arsenal will hope to join north London rivals Tottenham at the top of the early Premier League table when they host Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium.

Both Arsenal and Leeds enjoyed 1-0 wins to start the season, beating Manchester United and Everton respectively.

The Gunners will be favourites to continue their 100 percent start, having seen Spurs make it two wins from two with a stunning 2-0 victory at Manchester City.

101GreatGoals brings you the team news for Arsenal’s first home game of the season as Mikel Arteta’s men aim to maintain a strong start to their title challenge.

Arsenal team news

Arteta has made two changes from the side that prevailed at Old Trafford.

Noni Madueke makes his first start for the club, replacing Gabriel Martinelli.

At the back, Jurrien Timber comes in for the injured Ben White, while midfielder and captain Martin Odegaard makes his 200th appearance for Arsenal.

Fifteen-year-old Max Dowman, who impressed for Arsenal in pre-season, is named among the substitutes.

Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Madueke, Gyokeres. 

Subs: Arrizabalaga, Lewis-Skelly, Mosquera, Kiwior, Merino, Nwaneri, Dowman, Martinelli, Trossard.

Leeds United team news

Leeds manager Daniel Farke has makes just one enforced change, having seen captain Ethan Ampadu forced off with a knee injury against Everton.

Ilia Gruev comes in for the skipper, with Pascal Struijk taking the armband in Ampadu’s stead.

Noah Okafor, signed from AC Milan this week, is on the bench. There is no place in the squad for striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

Leeds: Perri, Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson, Gruev, Stach, Tanaka, James, Gnonto, Piroe. 

Subs: Darlow, Bijol, Byram, Bornauw, Longstaff, Aaronson, Harrison, Okarfor, Nmecha.