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Arteta welcomes Madueke and Saka's competition for places

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Arsenal players Eberechi Eze, Declan Rice, Noni Madueke and Bukayo Saka (R) take part in a team training session at the Arsenal Training centre in London Colney, north of London, on November 25, 2025. [Ben Stansall/AFP]

Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal and England "get the benefit" from the friendly rivalry between Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke as the duo battle to start for both club and country.

Madueke has taken advantage of two spells out injured for Saka this season to make a strong impression in his debut season with the Gunners and in England's impressive World Cup qualifying campaign.

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