Mikel Arteta explains shock Arsenal selection calls against Nottingham Forest as Kai Havertz is benched in the Premier League for first time since January

Sat Nov 23 16:14:10 UTC 2024: ## Arsenal Bench Havertz for First Time Since January

**London, England** – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta surprised fans by benching midfielder Kai Havertz for today’s match against Nottingham Forest, marking the German international’s first league omission since January. While Arteta did not explicitly detail his reasoning, the decision signals a potential shift in the Gunners’ tactical approach or a reflection of Havertz’s recent form. The manager is expected to elaborate further in post-match interviews. Havertz’s absence will be a key talking point as Arsenal look to secure a victory against Forest.

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