Brentford vs Arsenal LIVE commentary: Ramsdale latest as Gunners aim to continue unbeaten start in Carabao Cup – kick-off time, team news and how to follow
Arsenal kick off their Carabao Cup campaign with a third round tie against Brentford on Wednesday evening, live on talkSPORT.
The Gunners were knocked out of the competition at this stage last campaign and will be aiming to go much further this time around.
Mikel Arteta’s side are still unbeaten in all competitions this season as they head into this game off the back of a thrilling 2-2 draw against Tottenham in the north London derby.
They take on Brentford who progressed through to this round after being taken to penalties by League Two outfit Newport County last month.
This Carabao Cup third round clash will take place on Wednesday, September 27.
Kick-off at the Gtech Community Stadium is scheduled for 7:45pm.
talkSPORT will have live coverage of the game presented by Adrian Durham.
Commentary will come from Jim Proudfoot and former Chelsea defender Scott Minto.
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Brentford will remain without Rico Henry who is expected to be out for the season after picking up an ACL injury.
Ben Mee was absent for their defeat against Everton and may miss out again while Josh Dasilva, Shandon Baptiste and Mikkel Damsgaard remain sidelined.
Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa could be rested after playing every game so far this campaign.
Arsenal could be without Declan Rice, Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard for their opening Carabao Cup tie.
Thomas Partey will also remain on the sidelines meaning Jorginho is likely to sit at the base of the Gunners’ midfield.
Aaron Ramsdale is expected to start in goal.
Rice was substituted at half
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