Dowman is eligible to face Man United in the FA Cup but Premier League rules mean he cannot play in England's top division this season

Joshua Zirkzee strikes the winning penalty as United take out a dramatic third-round FA Cup shootout at Emirates.

Arsenal's Kai Havertz was the only one of the first four penalty takers to miss, before Zirkzee – booed off in a defeat by Newcastle United last month – stepped up to win the shootout 5-3.

Arsenal close to within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool after North London turnaround against Spurs.

Follow live coverage as Arsenal face Tottenham Hotspur today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Manchester City look to make it an unprecedented five titles in a row come the end of 2024/25.

Arsenal closed the gap on Premier League leader Liverpool to four points after a 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta’s team took advantage of Liverpool’s draw with Nottingham Forest on Tuesday,