Odegaard knocks out Gabriel and Martinelli
Your captain just ended two of his teammates' World Cup. Norway 2–1 Brazil on Sunday, and Martin Odegaard ran the show (1) (5). Norwegian media called his performance "world class" and "a captain's display" (6). Gabriel and Gabriel Martinelli are out. Odegaard marches on to the quarter-finals.
England survive Mexico, four Gunners through
Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke are into the last eight. England 3–2 Mexico in a chaotic Round of 16 tie on Sunday (1). Rice anchored midfield, Saka started on the right. No drama, no injuries, everyone available for the next round.
Saliba already waiting in the quarters
William Saliba qualified on Saturday evening with France (1). Clean progression. He is the sixth Arsenal player confirmed for the quarter-finals, with more potentially joining Monday.
Get the next Arsenal FC brief by email
This article went out to subscribers as a brief. Get the next one straight to your inbox, free.
Free · No spam · Unsubscribe anytime
Raya, Merino, Zubimendi face Portugal Monday
Spain play Portugal in the Round of 16 at 8pm UK time (1). Three Arsenal players could book their quarter-final spots. David Raya, Mikel Merino, and Martin Zubimendi are all in the squad.
Trossard's turn in the early hours
Belgium face the United States at 1am UK time (1). Leandro Trossard is the seventh Gunner with a shot at the quarter-finals this window. Win and he joins the party.
Gabriel Jesus available for £18–20m
Arsenal are open to selling Gabriel Jesus this summer. Palmeiras want him back and Serie A clubs are watching (2). The asking price sits at £18–20 million. No formal bids yet, but the door is not closed.
Arsenal Women sign Cerci on a free
Arsenal Women have landed Germany striker Selina Cerci from Hoffenheim. Free transfer (3) (4). Renée Slegers called her "a great addition" (3). Cerci was prolific in the Frauen-Bundesliga and arrives to sharpen the forward line ahead of 2026-27.
Boca midfielder Aranda on the radar
Arsenal have joined Fiorentina in the race for Boca Juniors midfielder Tomas Aranda (7). The 20-year-old is highly rated in Argentina. Early stages, but your club is in the conversation.
