Saka’s Hamstring Issue Raises Alarm
Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, shared his deep concern following an injury to key player Bukayo Saka during their 5-1 victory against Crystal Palace. Saka, who had to be substituted midway through the first half, was later seen departing Selhurst Park on crutches, hinting at the severity of his condition.
Details of the Injury
Arteta revealed, “He (Saka) felt something in his hamstring. He couldn’t continue. He will have to be assessed, so I’m pretty worried about that one.” The initial medical assessment was inconclusive, with Arteta noting, “It’s very difficult to give a prognosis now. They have tested him inside but it’s very difficult to say how bad it is.”
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Impact on Upcoming Matches
With a demanding schedule ahead, including matches against Ipswich, Brentford, and Brighton in quick succession over the holiday period, Arteta acknowledged the strain on players, stating, “Unfortunately with the amount of games that we are playing, every three days with this schedule, it doesn’t surprise me, but the team will react to that.” This injury comes at a crucial time as Arsenal aim to keep pace with Premier League leaders Liverpool, currently trailing by just three points.
