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The Arsenal trio facing Man City at Wembley who have come full circle
- Arsenal face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley, featuring Rice, Havertz and Timber who were pivotal in recent cups.
- The trio debuted for Arsenal in 2023 and have since shaped a more adaptable midfield and attack.
- Rice has been nicknamed ‘the horse’ for his relentless work rate and distance cover.
- Arteta described Rice as a potential ‘lighthouse’ when he signed, a metaphor he later scaled up to describe leadership.
- Timber’s late-2023 ACL injury interrupted a season that broadened Arsenal’s balance and depth.
- Havertz has evolved from centre-forward to a linking midfielder who helps progress from the back.
- The 2025 signings, including Calafiori and Merino, helped build depth ahead of a push for honours.
- Arsenal captain Rice delivered on the field with crucial tackles against City and scoring potential set pieces.
- Arteta highlighted Timber’s courage, duels and goal involvement as a model for others.
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