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Arsenal selects worst starting eleven players from Emirates Stadium era

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Arsenal selects worst starting eleven players from Emirates Stadium era

Summary

As the Emirates Stadium marks its 20th anniversary, evaluators have compiled an eleven-player list of the worst performers to represent the club during that timeframe. Criteria for the selection required each player to have started at least 10 competitive fixtures for Arsenal. The list includes goalkeeper Manuel Almunia, defenders Stephan Lichtsteiner, Mikael Silvestre, Sebastien Squillaci, and Santos, alongside midfielders Guendouzi and Fabio Vieira. Players were selected based on a combination of performance failures, physical decline during their tenure, and behavioral issues. The selection highlights specific low points, such as the 8-2 loss to Manchester United and disciplinary disputes under manager Mikel Arteta.

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•Selections required a minimum of 10 starts at the Emirates Stadium.
•Manuel Almunia made 175 appearances for the club as a goalkeeper.
•Mikael Silvestre, Stephan Lichtsteiner, Sebastien Squillaci, and Santos feature in the defensive line.
•Guendouzi was included due to conduct issues during his tenure.
•Fabio Vieira is noted as one of the midfield selections.

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