Why is Declan Rice suspended for Arsenal's game against Kairat?

Declan Rice is suspended for one game due to accumulating yellow cards in previous Champions League matches.

Who else is suspended for Arsenal's Champions League match?

Fellow midfielder Mikel Merino is also suspended for the game against Kairat due to yellow card accumulation.

When will Declan Rice be available for Arsenal again?

Declan Rice will be available for Arsenal's upcoming Premier League match against Leeds United and for the Champions League knockout stage.

Home / Sports / Arsenal Faces Kairat Without Key Midfield Duo

Arsenal Faces Kairat Without Key Midfield Duo

28 Jan

•

Summary

Declan Rice suspended for Arsenal's UCL league phase finale.
Mikel Merino also suspended, forcing a makeshift midfield.
Rice returns for Premier League match against Leeds United.

Arsenal Faces Kairat Without Key Midfield Duo

Arsenal faces Kairat Almaty in their final Champions League league phase match without key midfielder Declan Rice. The England international is serving a one-game suspension for accumulated yellow cards. This absence marks his second Champions League game missed this season.

Mikel Arteta's side is looking to cap off a remarkable league phase campaign with a perfect record. Rice has been instrumental in Arsenal's undefeated run through seven games. His suspension, along with that of fellow midfielder Mikel Merino, leaves Arsenal short in the midfield department for this fixture.

Rice's suspension stems from yellow cards received against Athletic Club, Olympiacos, and most recently, Inter Milan. Despite the absences, Arsenal is expected to qualify directly for the round of 16 as the top team in their group. Rice will return for Arsenal's Premier League fixture against Leeds United and his slate will be wiped clean for the Champions League knockout stages, which begin on March 10-11.