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Arteta Pushes for Squad Expansion | MLS News
Arsenal’s Arteta is pushing the Premier League to expand matchday squads, arguing it’s unfair to sideline talented players who train with the first team—something he’s advocated for before, citing mental health and squad depth. The recent Community Shield exposed the issue, forcing tough bench decisions under current nine-substitute rules. Arteta wants parity with the Champions League, where larger rosters are allowed—and his deep squad could gain a massive advantage if expanded from 18 to 20 players. But since the change would disproportionately help elite clubs like Arsenal, it’s unlikely…
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