{
  "id": 5617542,
  "title": "EPL: Alonso to make late call on Caicedo for Arsenal, Chelsea clash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/epl-alonso-to-make-late-call-on-caicedo-for-arsenal-chelsea-clash",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T18:46:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-alonso-to-make-late-call-on-caicedo-for-arsenal-chelsea-clash/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso will make a final decision on Moises Caicedo's fitness on Saturday, leaving the Ecuadorian midfielder in doubt for Sunday's London derby against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Caicedo missed Chelsea's opening two matches of the season before returning for last weekend's game against Brighton and Hove Albion, but only played 13 minutes before being substituted and suffering an undisclosed issue. Alonso stated that the final decision will be made after their last training session on Saturday. Caicedo's availability could be crucial for Chelsea as they prepare for their first match since taking charge at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, meanwhile, is dealing with fitness concerns for several players, including Bruno and Cristhian Mosquera, while Jurrien Timber is available for selection after returning to full training.",
  "summary": "Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso will make a late decision on Moises Caicedo’s fitness for Sunday’s crucial London derby against Arsenal. com/epl-alonso-to-make-late-call-on-caicedo-for-arsenal-chelsea-clash/",
  "key_points": [
    "Xabi Alonso to decide Moises Caicedo's fitness on Saturday",
    "Caicedo doubtful for Sunday's London derby against Arsenal",
    "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta dealing with fitness concerns"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Arteta warns Arsenal must work as a team to contain Chelsea",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/epl-arteta-warns-arsenal-must-work-as-a-team-to-contain-chelsea",
        "published": "2026-09-04T18:46:29.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}