Adapta-ball: Arteta says Puma Cup ball ‘different’
Mikel Arteta has suggested Arsenal’s failure to adapt to the Carabao Cup ball was a factor in Tuesday’s 2-0 semifinal, first leg defeat to Newcastle United.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti said Real Madrid will make a late decision on whether midfielder — and stand-in full-back — Federico Valverde is fit enough to play against Atlético Madrid in their Champions League round-of-16 first leg on Tuesday.
Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus scored twice in a 5-1 win at Crystal Palace, putting his side three points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool on Saturday.
