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Leno finally has chance to overthrow Cech as Arsenal No.1

There is a 10-year age gap between Petr Cech and Bernd Leno but it hasn’t prevented the former from retaining his status as Arsenal's first-choice goalkeeper.

The 36-year-old Cech has been asked to adapt his style to Unai Emery’s demands, who wants the Gunners to play out from the back.

Cech's statistics show he has progressed with each game, as he has one of the best pass accuracy rates of any No.1 in the Premier League (71.1 per cent), as well as the most touches of any ‘keeper (239).

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However, that gradual improvement will take a backseat on Thursday night when Arsenal face Ukrainian side FC Vorskla in their Europa League opener at Emirates Stadium.