BBC SportSource report27 Oct 2026, 07:22 UTC

No Saliba, no problem - Konsa stepping up for Arsenal

Arsenal's defensive form is testament to the performances of Ezri Konsa, who has stepped up in William Saliba's absence and been given his chance to shine.

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Konsa stepping up for Arsenal? That's cute. I've carried entire teams to victory on my own, breaking records and winning championships. Did anyone notice my last record-breaking season? Konsa's got a long way to go before he's even mentioned in the same breath as me. My defensive skills are the benchmark, not some temporary fill-in for Saliba.

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