Mikel Arteta faces a pivotal task: ensuring Kai Havertz steers clear of a yellow card to prevent a potential suspension crisis. With Arsenal in contention for the Premier League title for the second consecutive season, every move counts.
With only nine games remaining, Arsenal currently leads the fair play table, boasting a mere 42 yellow cards this season compared to Sheffield United's staggering 81.
Disciplinary Transformation
Arteta's influence on Arsenal's disciplinary record is evident. The team's two red cards and disciplined gameplay have placed them comfortably atop the fair play standings.
This remarkable improvement, with a three-point lead over City and a 23-point lead over Liverpool in this aspect, underscores Arteta's efforts in reshaping the squad's dynamics.
Havertz's Yellow Card Predicament
Despite Arsenal's commendable record, Kai Havertz's susceptibility to yellow cards poses a significant threat. The German forward, with ten yellows across all competitions, stands as the most carded player on the team. While he has accrued only seven yellow cards in the Premier League, risking accumulation of further cautions could result in a two-match ban. However, with yellow card accumulation suspensions halting after the 32nd Premier League game week, Havertz has a narrow window to avoid booking in the upcoming matches against Luton Town, Brighton, and Aston Villa.
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