Arsenal's Konsa shines in Saliba's absence during Everton match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 7:22 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Ezri Konsa has been instrumental for Arsenal in defense during William Saliba's absence. After Saliba was ruled out for an extended period due to a back issue, Konsa has stepped up and helped the team maintain a strong defensive record, contributing to Arsenal's position at the top of the Premier League with the fewest goals conceded. Konsa scored his first goal for the club in their recent match against Everton, showcasing his integration into the team and solidifying his partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes. Arsenal has kept clean sheets in five of their eight games this season.
- •Konsa scored his first goal for Arsenal against Everton.
- •Arsenal has the fewest goals conceded in the Premier League this season.
- •Konsa has started six of the eight matches since joining.
- •Mikel Arteta praised Konsa's rapid adaptation to the team.
- •Gabriel and Konsa have formed a strong defensive partnership.
- 7:22 AMYahoo Sports — No Saliba, no problem - Konsa stepping up for Arsenal
- 7:22 AMBBC Sport — No Saliba, no problem - Konsa stepping up for Arsenal
"Arsenal's defensive form is testament to the performances of Ezri Konsa, who has stepped up in William Saliba's absence and been given his chance to shine.
"Arsenal's defensive form is testament to the performances of Ezri Konsa, who has stepped up in William Saliba's absence and been given his chance to shine.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 7:22 AMNo Saliba, no problem - Konsa stepping up for Arsenal
Arsenal's defensive form is testament to the performances of Ezri Konsa, who has stepped up in William Saliba's absence and been given his chance to shine.
- BBC SportOct 27, 2026, 7:22 AMNo Saliba, no problem - Konsa stepping up for Arsenal
Arsenal's defensive form is testament to the performances of Ezri Konsa, who has stepped up in William Saliba's absence and been given his chance to shine.
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