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FPL talking point: Double up on Arsenal defenders
BBC Sport Monday 2 March 2026
Will Arsenal trio William Saliba (left), Jurrien Timber (centre) and Gabriel find their way into your team? TheArsenaltriple up feels obvious and owning at least two of their defensive assets is essential right now. The Gunners hostSunderlandand then have a double gameweek ofBrentfordandWolvesnext week. Very few, if any, of their attackers will get 270 minutes over the three games and those that own the injured Bukayo Saka should make the switch to 90-minute man Declan Rice without hesitation. TripleArsenaldefence is also an option with Gabriel, Jurrien Timber and goalkeeper David Raya a high risk, high reward play.
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