Why Mikel Arteta applauded Emile Smith Rowe as new Arsenal role beckons for run in

Why Mikel Arteta applauded Emile Smith Rowe as new Arsenal role beckons for run in

From the moment Emile Smith Rowe was named in the Arsenal starting XI it was always going to be a huge night for him. The Hale Ender has started just once in 2024, and played just 91 minutes since the winter break. A minor ankle injury has played a part in that. But primarily he can argue he's not had a fair crack of the whip. With Arsenal 5-0 up at half-time against Sheffield United he could not get on …