Arteta Hopes for an End to Arsenal’s Injury Troubles
Mikel Arteta expressed hope that Arsenal’s injury “nightmare” will soon be over. Following their 1-1 draw against Chelsea on Sunday Arsenal fell nine points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Arteta said he is “praying” for his team to be fully fit after the international break stressing the challenges injuries have posed for his squad.
Arsenal’s Attempts to Break Winless Streak Fall Short at Chelsea
The Gunners looked ready to end their three-game winless run in the Premier League after Gabriel Martinelli scored from Martin Odegaard’s cross. But Chelsea equalized when Pedro Neto struck from range. Despite several chances Arsenal couldn’t reclaim the lead with Leandro Trossard missing a close-range shot in the final seconds.
Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka Face Fresh Injury Concerns
Arteta confronted new concerns after Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka both suffered injuries during the Chelsea match. Rice who was already dealing with a broken toe left the field after 71 minutes. Saka also exited early following a tackle by Marc Cucurella. These injuries add to Arsenal’s growing list of sidelined players casting doubt over their availability for upcoming international games.
Odegaard’s Return Provides a Boost Amid Injury Challenges
Martin Odegaard’s return to the lineup gave Arsenal an energy boost after his absence since September. But injuries and suspensions have continuously disrupted Arsenal’s rhythm this season. Arteta expressed his frustration with the ongoing issues stating, “What I’m praying for is that after the international break we have the team fully physically equipped.”
Arteta Frustrated by Defensive Errors and Missed Chances
Reflecting on the draw Arteta voiced his disappointment over Chelsea’s equalizer and Arsenal’s missed opportunities. “After scoring the first goal I’m very disappointed with how we conceded their goal,” he said attributing it to defensive lapses. Although Arsenal created multiple chances to score they couldn’t secure the win.
Arteta Questions Rice and Saka’s Fitness for International Matches
When asked about Rice and Saka’s potential involvement in England’s Nations League matches, Arteta raised concerns. “Two players of that importance telling you they cannot continue in the game is obviously not good news” he noted. Fans now await updates on their recovery during the international break.
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