Declan Rice

Declan Rice is a commanding midfielder for Arsenal, known for his defensive solidity, leadership, and passing range. As a holding midfielder, Rice excels in breaking up play, protecting the defence, and transitioning the ball forward with precision. His physicality, intelligence, and work rate make him a vital presence in both defence and attack. A natural leader, Rice has quickly established himself as a key figure in Arsenal’s midfield, bringing experience and stability to the squad.

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Saturday’s briefing: Derby bow for Carrick and Glasner announces summer exit

Saturday’s briefing: Derby bow for Carrick and Glasner announces summer exit

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Interim manager Michael Carrick takes charge of his first game for Manchester United against Manchester City at Old Trafford and…

Jan 17, 2026

Author Football Mad

Mikel Arteta plays down row between Declan Rice and assistant Albert Stuivenberg

Mikel Arteta plays down row between Declan Rice and assistant Albert Stuivenberg

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Mikel Arteta insisted the relationship between Declan Rice and one of his top coaches is “all good” following a heated…

Jan 16, 2026

Author Football Mad

Declan Rice: Arsenal wouldn’t be flying high in league without Viktor Gyokeres

Declan Rice: Arsenal wouldn’t be flying high in league without Viktor Gyokeres

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Declan Rice has hailed goal-shy Viktor Gyokeres as one of the best strikers in the world – and claimed Arsenal will…

Jan 4, 2026

Author Football Mad

Declan Rice among best midfielders in the world, says Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta

Declan Rice among best midfielders in the world, says Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta

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Mikel Arteta hailed Declan Rice as one of the best midfielders in the world after his second-half double in Arsenal’…

Jan 3, 2026

Author Football Mad

Declan Rice double helps Arsenal stave off Bournemouth in five-goal thriller

Declan Rice double helps Arsenal stave off Bournemouth in five-goal thriller

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Declan Rice scored a second-half brace as Arsenal fought from behind to complete a thrilling 3-2 win against Bournemouth at…

Jan 3, 2026

Author Football Mad

Monday’s briefing: Tottenham get key win as Arne Slot bemoans Liverpool injuries

Monday’s briefing: Tottenham get key win as Arne Slot bemoans Liverpool injuries

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Tottenham won to ease the pressure on manager Thomas Frank while Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored his seventh goal in six outings…

Dec 29, 2025

Author Football Mad

Declan Rice has put Arsenal right back in charge of title race – Martin Odegaard

Declan Rice has put Arsenal right back in charge of title race – Martin Odegaard

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Martin Odegaard believes Declan Rice’s “unbelievable” performance as an emergency right-back demonstrates that Arsenal are “ready to do whatever…

Dec 28, 2025

Author Football Mad

Mikel Arteta: Arsenal must not repeat last year’s damaging Brighton dismissal

Mikel Arteta: Arsenal must not repeat last year’s damaging Brighton dismissal

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Mikel Arteta hopes history does not repeat itself when Arsenal face Brighton after Declan Rice’s red card in last…

Dec 26, 2025

Author Football Mad

Gabriel Jesus may return to Arsenal starting line-up for cup tie – Mikel Arteta

Gabriel Jesus may return to Arsenal starting line-up for cup tie – Mikel Arteta

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Mikel Arteta hinted he was ready to hand Gabriel Jesus his first start in 345 days in Arsenal’s Carabao…

Dec 22, 2025

Author Football Mad

‘Special’ Declan Rice has even more to offer Arsenal – Mikel Arteta

‘Special’ Declan Rice has even more to offer Arsenal – Mikel Arteta

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Mikel Arteta believes there is more to come from Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice ahead of Sunday’s battle with Chelsea’…

Nov 28, 2025

Author Football Mad

Declan Rice revels in ‘special’ goal after Arsenal extend lead at top of table

Declan Rice revels in ‘special’ goal after Arsenal extend lead at top of table

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Declan Rice described his thumping header in Arsenal’s 2-0 win at Burnley as a “very special goal” after it…

Nov 2, 2025

Author Football Mad

Elliot Anderson vows to ‘keep going’ and be a part of the World Cup with England

Elliot Anderson vows to ‘keep going’ and be a part of the World Cup with England

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Elliot Anderson has rubbished the suggestion he has nailed down his place in England’s midfield for next summer’s…

Oct 11, 2025

Author Football Mad

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