William Gallas warns Arsenal about striker issue ahead of Champions League matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
William Gallas has expressed concerns regarding Arsenal's ability to contend for the Champions League without a prolific striker. Despite having Kai Havertz, who is currently playing as a false nine, Arsenal’s forward Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to secure a regular starting position. The club, last season's Premier League champions, painfully lost to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2026 Champions League final. Going forward, Arsenal is set to face significant challenges, including matches against Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid, raising questions about their attacking strategy.
- •Gallas believes only PSG can succeed without a traditional striker.
- •Arsenal is currently five points clear in the Premier League table.
- •Gyokeres has only started one Premier League game this season.
- •Arsenal prepares for matches against Dortmund and Real Madrid post-international break.
- •The team is also out of the Carabao Cup after a defeat to Fleetwood.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Only PSG can play without a striker’ - Arsenal get Champions League warning from William Gallas as Premier League title holders bid to make European history
"Arsenal remain in search of an elusive Champions League crown, but former Gunners star William Gallas has told GOAL that “only Paris Saint-Germain can play without a striker” and still prosper in European competition. Mikel Arteta has plenty of firepower at his disposal in 2026-27, but continues to favour Germany international forward Kai Havertz as a false nine.
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