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Clears suspension Calafiori is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Calafiori has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in the Premier League and is set to return in the next contest. The left-back has been a regular starter in the defense for the Gunners this season and should claim back that role against Everton on Saturday.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14 • goal

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Suspended one game Calafiori will serve one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Premier League.

Impact Calafiori accumulated five yellow cards in the Premier League and will be suspended for the clash against Wolves on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter at left-back for the Gunners, with Myles Lewis-Skelly as the most likely option to replace him on Saturday. Calafiori will be back available for the clash against Everton on Dec. 20.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Calafiori assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Calafiori made his cross to assist on Arsenal's second goal almost immediately after coming on, providing the true definition of an impact substitute. He's likely going to see more playing time on Sunday against Chelsea and will be counted on to deliver more sparks if Arsenal want to break through a defense which has only allowed 11 goals this season.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Calafiori (hip) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Calafiori was a late call for Sunday's match, but after training Saturday, he has been deemed fit enough to earn a starting role immediately. This is a spot he should continue in, only missing three starts all season when an option and their regular at left-back.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Sunday Calafiori (hip) is a late call for Sunday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "He wasn't available [for the international break], he's been carrying a few...

Impact Calafiori was dealing with an injury over the international break and will now be a late call for Sunday's match, with the defender set to train Saturday ahead of the match. That said, to play, he will likely need to pass some testing to play. This raises concerns about whether he could start even if he is fit, with Myles Lewis-Skelly as another option.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Injury confirmed Calafiori (hip) has had his injury confirmed by manager Gennaro Gattuso after leaving national team duty with Italy, according to Ali Rampling of The Athletic. "We tried [Riccardo]...

Impact Calafiori has returned to Arsenal following the injury to his hip, but appears to be dealing with a more cautious move for the defender, ensuring he doesn't suffer further injury. That said, it appears he could make a quick turnaround, possibly returning to action when the club resumes play against Tottenham on Nov. 23. He has yet to miss a start in league play this season, a spot he will be expected to maintain Sunday if fit, with Myles Lewis-Skelly as a possible replacement.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Reporting to Arsenal early Calafiori won't play in Sunday's game between Italy and Norway and will head back to London due to a hip ailment, Ansa reported.

Impact "Calafiori tried to be available, but we preferred not to risk him," coach Gennaro Gattuso stated. He had been spared also in the previous game because he wasn't 100 percent. He'll be assessed by the Arsenal doctors ahead of November 23's game versus Tottenham. He has started routinely over Piero Hincapie and Myles Lewis-Skelly so far this season.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Establish himself at left back Calafiori started all league games this season, recording one goal and two assists while being unused in the recent three games in the Champions League.

Impact Calafiori has made the left-back position his own in the league, starting all 11 games to match his total from last season. He was an unused substitute in the three most recent Champions League matches, with new signing Piero Hincapie and Myles Lewis-Skelly filling the position. The defender hasn't scored since the opening gameweek , but remained active with 19 shots attempts, recording at least one shot in every start except one. He has also helped the team maintain a strong defensive record, with just five goals conceded and seven clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Unused on bench Calafiori (undisclosed) went unused on the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Brighton in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Calafiori returned to the squad after picking up a knock against Crystal Palace at the weekend. The defender was fit enough to get back on the bench but wasn't needed with the game well in-hand throughout. Calafiori should be back in the starting XI for a Saturday trip to Burnley, though if he's not fully fit it could be Myles Lewis-Skelly starting once more.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for cup match Calafiori (undisclosed) is an option for Wednesday's match against Brighton, according to manager Mikel Arteta, per Simon Collings of The Standard.

Impact Calafiori suffered a minor injury Sunday and is already fit for a return from his injury, with the defender now an option again. The left-back is their regular starter, so this is massive news for them. He will likely find a spot in the starting XI again moving forward, although the club may turn to Myles Lewis-Skelly for the Cup to be cautious with Calafiori.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Arteta Rules on Injuries to Four Arsenal Players After Crystal Palace Win William Saliba, Declan Rice, Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel Martinelli all had various complaints after Sunday's victory.

OCTOBER 27 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Mikel Arteta reveals Bukayo Saka illness after Arsenal star hooked early in Crystal Palace win as Premier League leaders also dealt triple injury blow

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OCTOBER 26 • goal

Mikel Arteta reveals Bukayo Saka illness after Arsenal star hooked early in Crystal Palace win as Premier League leaders also dealt triple injury blow

Picks up injury Calafiori wad forced off the field in the 82nd minute of Sunday's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace due to an injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta, per James Olley of ESPN. "Ricky h...

Impact Calafiori had to leave the field late into Sunday's contest, with the defender suffering from a knock to the end the game. He has been their regular starter at left-back this season, only missing the starting XI twice when available, so this is something to watch. He was replaced by Piero Hincapie, although Myles Lewis-Skelly is a more likely replacement on the left side of the defense.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal player ratings vs Fulham: Leandro Trossard the hero as Bukayo Saka torments Cottagers to main Gunners' title charge

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Attacking presence Sunday Calafiori registered three shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City.

Impact Calafiori was all over the field Sunday, seeing work in the attack and the defense. He would begin by earning three crosses and three shots in the attack, then adding two clearances and three tackles in the defense. He still has yet to miss a start all season, with six starts in six appearances at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Involved offensively Calafiori had three shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact The defender has gotten involved in the final third, which is encouraging to see even if the end results are poor. Calafiori remains a strong fantasy asset when Arsenal faces Nottingham Forest in two weeks. Forest have allowed five goals in three EPL matches this year.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Involved offensively Calafiori assisted twice to go with three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-0 win over Leeds United.

Impact After scoring Arsenal's lone goal in the season opener, Calafiori assisted on two goals in the win over Leeds. The wingback has become a fixture in Mikel Arteta's starting lineup and will be needed in the final third if Arsenal want to break through Liverpool's defense at Anfield on Sunday.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner Calafiori scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Manchester United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact This was technically a poached goal, as the ball was going in even if Calafiori did not head it. The wingback should continue to be active in the attacking third against Leeds United next Saturday, though he'll have to be careful about picking up a second yellow card.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Calafiori: 'Couldn't ask for more' with goal v. Man United | Premier League

AUGUST 17 • YOUTUBE

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AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Arsenal wins 1-0 at Man United as Chelsea held by Palace in Premier League

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AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

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