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Cleared to start against Liverpool Calafiori (ribs) is included in Arsenal's starting XI for Sunday's Premier League encounter against Liverpool after overcoming his recent rib discomfort.

Impact Calafiori has recovered sufficiently to feature from the opening whistle after missing Tuesday's EFL Cup defeat against Fleetwood. The defender experienced rib discomfort during the victory over Everton but returned to team training Friday before being cleared for Sunday's encounter. Having already started seven Premier League matches this season, his return provides an important boost to Arsenal's defense ahead of a challenging matchup against Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

In contention for Liverpool match Calafiori (ribs) returned to team training Friday and could be available for Sunday's Premier League clash against Liverpool if he completes Saturday's session without setbacks, ac...

Impact Calafiori is making encouraging progress after experiencing rib discomfort during Arsenal's victory over Everton, which subsequently ruled him out of Tuesday's EFL Cup defeat against Fleetwood. The defender resumed team training Friday and is now in contention to return against Liverpool, provided he completes Saturday's session without setbacks. Having started seven Premier League matches this season, Calafiori has been a regular presence in Arsenal's defense. His potential return would provide additional depth at left-back, alongside Myles Lewis-Skelly and Piero Hincapie.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Remains uncertain for Liverpool Calafiori (ribs) missed Tuesday's EFL Cup defeat to Fleetwood after experiencing discomfort during Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton, leaving his availability for Sunday's Premier Le...

Impact Calafiori was absent from Arsenal's cup squad against Fleetwood after picking up a minor rib issue during Saturday's victory over Everton. The Italian defender has started seven Premier League matches this season and remains the preferred option at left-back, making his potential absence a concern ahead of Sunday's trip to Liverpool. Although the injury was initially considered minor, his availability remains uncertain, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Piero Hincapie among the candidates to replace him if he is unable to feature.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Liverpool clash Calafiori (ribs) is doubtful for Sunday's Premier League clash against Liverpool after experiencing minor discomfort during Saturday's 2-0 victory against Everton, with his availab...

Impact Calafiori is dealing with a minor physical issue after experiencing discomfort during the closing stages of Saturday's victory against Everton. The Italian defender was initially rested following his 90-minute appearance against Bayern Munich in the Champions League but entered as a second-half substitute before experiencing a problem that forced him to move into an attacking position, with Noni Madueke dropping into defense. Calafiori subsequently headed straight down the tunnel at full-time, although coach Mikel Arteta suggested the issue was relatively minor and that the defender had acted cautiously. Having started Arsenal's first seven Premier League matches this season, Calafiori remains the preferred option at left-back, making his fitness an important consideration ahead of Sunday's trip to Liverpool. He could be rested for Tuesday's Carabao Cup fixture against Fleetwood Town regardless of his recovery progress, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Piero Hincapie available as alternatives. His participation against Liverpool will depend on further assessments and how he responds over the coming days.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up late issue vs. Everton Calafiori suffered an apparent rib injury late in Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton and went straight down the tunnel at full-time, according to manager Mikel Arteta, per Alex Howell...

Impact Calafiori is a doubt after picking up a problem late in Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton, which forced him to move up front for the eight minutes of stoppage time while Noni Madueke filled in at left-back. He went straight down the tunnel at full-time, though Mikel Arteta said the issue seemed very small. Calafiori had started every league match this season before Myles Lewis-Skelly was preferred on Saturday, and Lewis-Skelly would be the likely option at left-back if he is not cleared in time.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Arsenal secure clean sheet Calafiori had one cross (zero accurate) and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Calafiori recorded two interceptions and one inaccurate cross across the full 90 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory at Nottingham Forest. He endured a difficult early moment when an underhit pass toward Gabriel allowed Forest to launch a counterattack that ended with Dan Ndoye testing David Raya, but Arsenal recovered to keep the hosts scoreless. Calafiori remained involved in Arsenal's buildup from left-back and helped contain Forest's attacking threats during the closing stages as the visitors secured another important clean sheet.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Guimarães stunner seals comeback win for Arsenal over Leeds, 10-man Spurs draw at United

Bruno Guimarães has come off the bench to score on his home debut as defending champion Arsenal recovered to beat Leeds 2-1 in the Premier League

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

Scores crucial equalizer against Leeds Calafiori scored Arsenal's equalizer in the 62nd minute against Leeds United on Saturday.

Impact Calafiori produced a decisive attacking contribution after he scored Ben White's headed assist into a left-footed finish against Leeds United. Furthermore, the left-back created two chances and made four defensive contributions. While he missed out on a clean sheet following James Justin's goal, his own equalizer seven minutes later sparked a comeback for the Gunners. Likewise, Calafiori's attacking value from left-back continues to be one of his defining traits as he's assisted two goals and now scored one in just six Premier League starts.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Italy goal Calafiori came off the bench to score Italy's second goal in Monday's 3-1 Nations League victory over Turkey.

Impact Calafiori was substituted on in the 55th minute for Matteo Ruggeri. The defender then put Italy back in front nine minutes later, heading home Nicolo Barella's free kick. It was the 24-year-old's first senior international goal. Likewise, Calafiori has maintained his attacking threat for Arsenal, having already supplied two assists in five Premier League appearances this season, matching his record from the last campaign.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Italy vs Türkiye Highlights ⚽ UEFA Nations League

OCTOBER 5 • FOX SPORTS

Italy's Riccardo Calafiori heads home set piece cross to retake lead against Türkiye

OCTOBER 5 • FOX SPORTS

Three tackles in defeat Calafiori generated two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Brighton.

Impact Calafiori registered two shots without troubling Bart Verbruggen, created two chances and delivered two inaccurate crosses across 90 minutes as Arsenal's left-back struggled to impose himself in a match Brighton dominated territorially from the first whistle. He was unable to provide the attacking outlet down the left that Arsenal needed to create pressure on a Brighton defensive unit that was rarely seriously tested. Calafiori and Arsenal head into the international break having conceded three for the first time in a Premier League match this season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Helps record shutout Calafiori had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Sunderland.

Impact Calafiori completed the full match at left-back and helped Arsenal record another clean sheet, while also getting forward for one attempt. His attacking involvement was otherwise limited, but his ability to contribute on both sides of the ball continues to keep him involved in manager Mikel Arteta's defensive setup. Calafiori has been part of an Arsenal back line that has conceded just once and kept three clean sheets through four Premier League matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starts third straight match Calafiori registered two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Chelsea.

Impact Calafiori registered two shots (one on target) across his 67 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea, seeing what appeared to be an equalizing goal in the first half ruled out by VAR for offside before continuing to contribute in the attacking phase throughout his time on the pitch. The Italian left-back has now started all three Premier League matches of the season, accumulating two assists during that span and establishing himself as Arsenal's first-choice option at left back ahead of Piero Hincapie, with his willingness to contribute in the final third giving manager Mikel Arteta's side an important dual-threat option on the left side of the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bukayo Saka’s Lone Goal Keeps Arsenal Undefeated In Premier League

A second-half goal from Bukayo Saka has given Arsenal a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in the Premier League.

AUGUST 31 • FOX SPORTS

Bukayo Saka’s Lone Goal Keeps Arsenal Undefeated In Premier League

Bukayo Saka puts Arsenal 1-0 ahead of Aston Villa | Premier League

AUGUST 31 • YOUTUBE

Assists winner Monday Calafiori assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Calafiori recorded another assist in Monday's win as he set up Bukayo Saka's winner in the 59th minute. He's now assisted in both of Arsenal's opening two matches. He also kept a clean sheet as he and his fellow defenders didn't allow a single shot on target throughout the 90 minutes.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Adds assist in opener Calafiori assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 victory versus Coventry City.

Impact Calafiori got in on the offensive fun during the opening match of the Premier League. He created a single chance, but that was all it took for the defender to earn an assist during the win. It was a rout from start-to-finish and Calafiori got to add a clean sheet to his tally. There will be plenty more to come for him as part of the best defense in the league.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal Opens Premier League Title Defense With Shutout Win vs. Newly-Promoted Coventry

After ending a 22-year wait for the Premier League title, Arsenal showed why it’s favored to repeat as champion by completely dominating Fra...

AUGUST 21 • FOX SPORTS

Arsenal Opens Premier League Title Defense With Shutout Win vs. Newly-Promoted Coventry

Kai Havertz strikes Arsenal 1-0 ahead of Coventry City | Premier League

AUGUST 21 • YOUTUBE

"That was pathetic" - Stuart Pearce slams Arsenal star despite 3-0 win in Community Shield Pundit Stuart Pearce has hit out at Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori for his blatant dive during the Community Shield against Manchester City.

AUGUST 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores early in Community Shield Calafiori scored just 23 seconds into Sunday's 3-0 Community Shield win over Manchester City, kicking off the club's season the same way he did last year. Calafiori said, "There's...

Impact Calafiori's goal came from a swift attacking sequence in which three defenders, Ben White, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Calafiori himself, combined to slot past Gianluigi Donnarumma. He established himself as a regular in Arsenal's title winning defense last season, starting 22 of 26 Premier League games and adding 50 clearances, 32 tackles and 15 interceptions to go with a goal and two assists, giving him a well rounded profile at left back. Calafiori is expected to build on this strong start as the new season begins.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nightmarish start for Maresca as Arsenal outclasses Man City in Community Shield

Enzo Maresca has endured a nightmarish first competitive match in charge of Manchester City as Arsenal scored inside 24 seconds before powering to a 3-0 victory in the Community Sh...

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Ecuador Defender Piero Hincapié Makes Permanent Arsenal Move While At World Cup

Arsenal has completed the permanent signing of Ecuador defender Piero Hincapié ahead of his country’s group stage match against Germany at t...

JUNE 25 • FOX SPORTS

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