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Martin Zubimendi likely to start for Arsenal amid Rice fitness doubts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 11:35 AM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Martin Zubimendi likely to start for Arsenal amid Rice fitness doubts

Summary

Martin Zubimendi is set to start for Arsenal in their League Cup match against Fleetwood Town on Tuesday. His inclusion comes as uncertainty surrounds Declan Rice's fitness after he was seen holding his right hamstring during the weekend's victory over Everton. Rice, who has dealt with a lingering hamstring issue, was substituted in the 80th minute of that match. Mikel Arteta is expected to provide updates on Rice before the match. Zubimendi, recovering from a facial injury sustained against Everton, aims to secure his second start of the season, as he has primarily appeared as a substitute.

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Status Watch

•Zubimendi expected to start against Fleetwood Town
•Rice's fitness for the match is uncertain
•Zubimendi replaced Rice in the 80th minute against Everton
•Zubimendi aims for more playing time this season
•Arteta likely to update on Rice's condition before the match

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11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 27yo set for start on Tuesday amid Rice injury doubts

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Martin Zubimendi is expected to start for Arsenal against Fleetwood Town, amid uncertainty about Declan Rice’s fitness situation.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesGary Jacob reports for The Times t...
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