Wed Sep 25 19:53:34 UTC 2024: ## Arsenal Field Young Guns in Carabao Cup Clash Against Bolton

**London, England** – Arsenal will be looking to secure their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round when they face League One side Bolton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. The Gunners, however, will be fielding a heavily rotated squad, offering opportunities for young players and allowing key starters some much-needed rest.

Manager Mikel Arteta faces a balancing act. While keen to advance in the competition, he recognizes the need to prioritize the fitness of key players like Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling, while also providing valuable game time for youngsters such as Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Despite the expected talent disparity, a potential concern for Arsenal is the goalkeeping position. With David Raya nursing a slight knock, Neto cup-tied, and other options unavailable, the responsibility falls on 16-year-old Jack Porter to make his senior debut.

“We have a squad to compete in every competition,” Arteta said in his pre-match press conference. “This game gives us a chance to see what our young players can do.”

While Arsenal are expected to secure a victory against Bolton, the match offers a chance to assess the development of the squad’s depth, a critical aspect as they compete on multiple fronts this season.

The game kicks off at 7:45 pm GMT and will be available for streaming on the Paramount+ app.

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