Arteta issues Arsenal injury update ahead of Man City clash

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Published on 2024-03-29 19:00:58

Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta has expressed hope for his team’s injury situation ahead of their crucial match against Manchester City on Sunday. With just one point separating the two teams, the clash at the Etihad Stadium is shaping up to be a pivotal one in the race for the top of the table. Both sides cannot afford to lose, with Arsenal facing a tough run-in and City risking falling further behind their rivals.

While City have lost key players Kyle Walker and John Stones to injuries picked up on international duty, Arsenal also have their own injury concerns. Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli have all been struggling with fitness issues leading up to the match on Sunday. Arteta has provided an update, stating that there is a chance all three players could return for the crunch clash.

Addressing the issue of the congested fixture calendar and the impact of international breaks on club managers, Arteta highlighted the need for a review of the scheduling of games. With the season reaching its critical stage, injuries and fatigue are major concerns for teams pushing for success. Despite the challenges presented, Arteta remains focused on preparing his squad for the important match against City and is hopeful that some of their injured players could be available for selection.

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