{"id":593,"date":"2026-03-29T19:38:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T19:38:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=593"},"modified":"2026-03-29T19:38:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T19:38:28","slug":"ian-wright-makes-a-case-for-forgotten-arsenal-man","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=593","title":{"rendered":"Ian Wright makes a case for forgotten Arsenal man"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"236\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Ian Wright<\/span><\/span>  believes Myles Lewis-Skelly still has an important role to play in the Arsenal team, and he maintains the defender could have delivered a strong performance had he featured in the Carabao Cup final.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"656\">Lewis-Skelly was a regular presence during the earlier stages of the competition, contributing consistently to the side\u2019s progress. However, by the time of the final, he had been relegated to the bench, with <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Mikel Arteta<\/span><\/span>  appearing to favour other options. This represents a significant shift in circumstances for the defender, who had previously been regarded as a key figure within the squad.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"14lofr3\" data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"693\">Wright Highlights Tactical Value<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"976\">Despite his reduced involvement, Wright believes Lewis-Skelly possesses qualities that remain valuable to the team. In particular, he pointed to the player\u2019s technical ability and suitability for specific tactical demands, suggesting he would have been well-suited to the occasion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1000\">He said via <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/03\/27\/ian-wright-names-arsenal-star-mikel-arteta-must-start-playing-address-huge-problem-27685437\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Metro<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1108\">\u2018I\u2019ve mentioned Myles Lewis-Skelly when he played against Real Madrid last time, had an unbelievable game.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1276\">\u2018Then he\u2019s kind of been dropped back out of it, and I\u2019m thinking in that game, on Sunday, a left-back who can invert what we need is somebody comfortable on the ball.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1398\">\u2018That\u2019s the game he should be playing in, because then he\u2019s somebody who can get on the ball, and at least we can link.\u2019<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1dg1ogg\" data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1420\">Fight for a Place<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1736\">Lewis-Skelly is clearly a talented player with significant potential, but competition for places within the squad remains intense. Arteta is known for having a clear tactical vision and specific expectations for each role, meaning selection decisions are often based on precise requirements rather than reputation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"2081\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As a result, the Englishman will need to continue working to regain his place in the starting line-up. While his recent omission may represent a setback, it does not diminish his long-term prospects. With the right opportunities and continued development, he could yet re-establish himself as an important contributor within the Arsenal squad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ian Wright believes Myles Lewis-Skelly still has an important role to play in the Arsenal team, and he maintains the defender could have delivered a strong performance had he featured in the Carabao Cup final. Lewis-Skelly was a regular presence during the earlier stages of the competition, contributing consistently to the side\u2019s progress. 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