Arsenal had been the final Premier League team no to have suffered a defeat in any competition, but that first L finally came tonight as they fell 2-1 at RC Lens in Champions League group stage play. Injury was added to insult, as Bukayo Saka, who had been a doubt for the last couple of games, due to knocks, suffered a muscular injury that forced him out after just 34 … [Read more...] about Bukayo Saka Injured, Doubt for Man City Clash
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Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Bournemouth
We won't know until kickoff, but it sounds like the supposedly slightly injured Arsenal trio of Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard will all be available come Saturday at Bournemouth. As of now, the triad are all doubts, technically, but we'll think manager Mikel Arteta will be able to select the troika at kickoff time, if he so desires. The trio were all rested in … [Read more...] about Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Bournemouth
Bukayo Saka Could Miss Next Two Arsenal Matches
Bukayo Saka is the latest name to be added to Arsenal's walking wounded list. That list seems to be growing lately, and it's happening at a time when the work load is increasing. The Gunners have a League Cup third round tie at Brentford tomorrow night and a league fixture at home to Bournemouth on Saturday. Manager Mikel Arteta told the media today that Saka could miss … [Read more...] about Bukayo Saka Could Miss Next Two Arsenal Matches
Arsenal Injury Updates: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard
As Mark Twain famously once told a reporter by wire cable: “Just say the report of my death has been grossly exaggerated.” Arsenal having an immediate injury crisis? Apparently, those claims have been grossly exaggerated, as Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard are actually not quite as hurt as some reports might have claimed and many have feared. Let's start with … [Read more...] about Arsenal Injury Updates: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard
Arsenal Starting XI Prediction at Brentford FC (EFL Cup)
From one London derby to another, in a different domestic competition, as Arsenal visits Brentford FC in the Carabao Cup. While Manchester City at Newcastle is no doubt the headliner tie in this round of the tournament, Arsenal at Brentford makes for a very solid undercard. The Bees have proven their point- they're here to stay in the top flight this time. Not only that, but … [Read more...] about Arsenal Starting XI Prediction at Brentford FC (EFL Cup)
Arsenal Team News at Brentford: Rice, Trossard, Martinelli
Arsenal earned a point earlier today, in an epic North London derby, but it came with a price as Declan Rice left the game early due to injury. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided an update on Rice: "He had a back injury. He was really uncomfortable during the match, we had to take him out. We have to assess him. It's strange for someone like him to come off." … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News at Brentford: Rice, Trossard, Martinelli
Arsenal Starting XI Prediction vs Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal team captain Martin Odegaard was thrilled with how his side performed last night in their UEFA Champions League opener. He believes his Gunners side can make a deep run on the continent. "You saw the motivation and energy right from the start," the Norwegian said. "To be back in this competition is huge for this club. We are in this competition to compete and fight … [Read more...] about Arsenal Starting XI Prediction vs Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal Team News vs Tottenham: Partey, Elneny, Timber
Arsenal head into one of the biggest North London Derbies in recent memory riding high, having whooped PSV Eindhoven 4-0 in the UCL opener last night (more on that in a bit). But they'll take on their local arch-rivals without a trio of players: Thomas Partey (who is expected out until early or mid-October, with a hip injury), Jurrien Timber (torn ACL - out for season) and … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Tottenham: Partey, Elneny, Timber
