Arsenal Rotate Squad with Saliba Back for Wigan Clash
Arsenal rests key players for their FA Cup fourth-round home match against League One’s Wigan, but defender William Saliba returns from a short-term illness to start. Mikel Arteta rotates heavily ahead of crucial Premier League fixtures against Wolves and Tottenham, following Friday’s draw with Brentford.
Confirmed Starting XI
Cup goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga lines up in goal. Ben White and Myles Lewis-Skelly feature after limited recent action. Saliba’s surprise inclusion bolsters the defense alongside Mosquera and Calafiori.
Midfield lacks depth with Mikel Merino sidelined long-term after foot surgery and Kai Havertz out due to a muscle injury. Martin Odegaard, who returned against Brentford but limped off with a knee issue, sits this one out. Eberechi Eze earns another opportunity despite form dips, partnering Lewis-Skelly and Norgaard.
Up front, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli lead the attack, with Noni Madueke in support.
Arsenal XI: Arrizabalaga, White, Saliba, Mosquera, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly, Norgaard, Eze, Madueke, Martinelli, Jesus
Substitutes and Availability
Bukayo Saka, recovered from a hip problem, features on the bench to build match fitness. Max Dowman returns to training after an ankle injury.
Subs: Setford, Hincapie, Gabriel, Zubimendi, Rice, Trossard, Saka, Salmon, Gyokeres
Injuries and Doubts
Injured: Havertz (muscle), Merino (foot surgery)
Doubts: Saliba, Odegaard, Dowman
Match Details
The game kicks off at 3pm on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Emirates Stadium. Coverage airs on TNT Sports.
