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Not just a one off! David Raya starts for Arsenal AGAIN as Mikel Arteta leaves Aaron Ramsdale on the bench for PSV Champions League clash

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D. Raya
A. Ramsdale
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Champions League
Arsenal vs PSV Eindhoven

David Raya starts for Arsenal in their first Champions League group game against PSV, with Aaron Ramsdale on the bench for a second consecutive game.

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  • Raya picked to start
  • Also played against Everton
  • Ramsdale benched

  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The goalkeeper has been selected to play against the Dutch side, having kept a clean sheet on his debut against Everton in a 1-0 win at the weekend. Ramsdale has previously been the Gunners' undisputed No.1, playing every Premier League game last season.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Raya came in from Brentford in the summer on an initial season-long loan, and has been signed to provide competition for the England goalkeeper. Having impressed on his debut, he will again hope to make a significant impression in the Champions League.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Neither Raya nor Ramsdale have ever played Champions League football in their careers. Indeed, the Spaniard has made more appearances in the Championship than any other league.

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    WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

    Arsenal will hope to kick off their European campaign with a win in front of their own fans at the Emirates. They will also play Lens and Sevilla in Group B.