Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Mikel Arteta’s Predicted FA Cup Final selection

MF: Dani Ceballos

After showing flashes of what he’s about earlier in the seaosn, Dani Ceballos has returned a fitter and more consistent performer for Arsenal since the restart. On loan from Real Madrid, it’s not yet been confirmed whether Arteta will seek a permanent deal in the summer.

MF: Granit Xhaka

The Swiss midfielder looked to be finished at Arsenal after his on-pitch outburst as the captain back in October. However, the Swiss international has been a key player in Arteta’s side and will hope to win his second FA Cup – and second against Chelsea – on Saturday.

MF: Ainsley Maitland-Niles

This is Arteta’s most difficult selection. Bukuyo Saka, Lucas Torreira and Reiss Nelson could all round off the midfield but, after doing the job against Man City in the semi-final, we think the Spaniard will stick with Maitland-Niles.