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Washington Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- Washington Post
Stefanski likely to reveal Browns' starting QB for opener this week
CLEVELAND — Coach Kevin Stefanski is expected to announce this week the Cleveland Browns starting quarterback for the Sept. 7 opener against the Cincinnati Bengals. 'I want to get through the next couple days. But certainly that's something that we're going to do here sooner than later,' Stefanski said on Sunday about announcing his starter. 'I need to get the football team in here, talk to the players, those type of things.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Arsenal given double injury boost ahead of Premier League opener
Arsenal given double injury boost ahead of Premier League opener originally appeared on The Sporting News Arsenal are all set to play Manchester United at Old Trafford in their Premier League opener on Sunday, August 17. A big headline will be the new striker battle between Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres and United's Benjamin Sesko. Mikel Arteta has confirmed that two players, who were doubts for the match, should be able to feature in the opener. Which Arsenal players are now fit to play against Man United? Speaking to reporters on his squad, Arteta said that Martin Zubimendi and Leandro Trossard should be fit for Arsenal's opener. On Zubimendi, Arteta said, "Yes, he had a great integration. As everybody can see this immediately, he's had a very big impact on the team. I'm really happy, and he will be fit." 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Zubimendi cost £55m from Real Sociedad and is expected to have an immediate impact on Arsenal's midfield. The Spanish midfielder showed his skills in preseason, and his presence against United will help to keep the Red Devils' new front three in check. Speaking on Trossard, who had a muscle injury, the Arsenal manager said, "Yeah, I think he's much better. I think he will be able to train against tomorrow [Saturday] and if that's the case, he will be fit." Trossard has also been linked with a move away this summer, but the Belgian is still expected to take part in Arsenal's opener, assuming he trains well. Arsenal news and related links Former Arsenal defender admits Tottenham as better destination for Premier League star Liverpool star hails Arsenal player as one of world's best amid Mo Salah training claim Arsenal vs. Man United history, head to head: All-time record, recent results of games between Premier League rivals