Goncalves was the talk of Europe after his heroics that humiliated both Aaron Ramsdale and Arteta, with his goal that evening being one of 20 he scored that season. The winger, known in Lisbon as Pote, has been one of the most influential players at Sporting, contributing to an eye-watering 138 goals in four years.

Arteta has some decisions to make in his lineup, which could be influenced by Pep Guardiola’s feedback after facing Sporting. Speaking to the media after City’s 4-1 defeat to the Portuguese champions, Guardiola identified where his side started to crumble, which is something Arsenal know all too well.

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