Arsenal Coach Mikel Arteta Discusses Injury Concerns After Narrow Win Over Shakhtar Donetsk
Following Arsenal’s hard-fought 1-0 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk, head coach Mikel Arteta addressed concerns regarding player injuries that could impact the team’s upcoming fixtures.
Arteta expressed particular worry over the injury to Riccardo Calafiori, who was substituted during the match. “Riccardo Calafiori coming off is a bit of a worry. We will see,” Arteta stated, leaving fans anxious about the extent of the injury and its implications for the squad.
In addition to Calafiori’s situation, Arteta also provided an update on Bukayo Saka, whose availability for the crucial upcoming match against Liverpool remains uncertain. “Bukayo Saka vs Liverpool? Unlikely… he didn’t train yet since the injury happened,” Arteta confirmed, indicating that the young winger’s recovery will require more time.
As Arsenal prepares for the clash with Liverpool, the absence of key players like Saka could significantly impact their game plan. Fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates as the team looks to build on their recent success.