We came to win: Arteta on Arsenal’s defeat at Liverpool
Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal’s narrow defeat at Anfield, praising his side’s resilience, admitting worry over William Saliba, and reflecting on Szoboszlai’s winner.
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William Saliba injury update after Liverpool issue
Arsenal’s bad luck with injuries continued with William Saliba taken off just minutes into Arsenal’s game against Liverpool.
Liverpool star: Arsenal are Premier League title favourites
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Leeds star picks up MCL knee injury v Arsenal
Leeds midfielder Ao Tanaka suffered an MCL injury against Arsenal, raising fresh concerns for Daniel Farke as his side face a growing midfield crisis.
Bad news as Declan Rice red card ref in charge for Liverpool
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Bukayo Saka injury rules him out for 4 weeks
Bukayo Saka faces four weeks out with a hamstring injury, missing key clashes and England duty, though scans show no long-term damage.
Why Arsenal goal & penalty decisions vs Leeds were correct
There was some debate about a couple of refereeing decisions in Arsenal’s win over Leeds United, but both have subsequently been deemed correct by ex-refs and pundits.
Liverpool injury blow ahead of Arsenal
Liverpool suffer a defensive blow as Jeremie Frimpong is sidelined until mid-September, leaving Arne Slot short of options before key games against Newcastle and Arsenal.
Arsenal get very good Bukayo Saka injury news
Bukayo Saka is highly unlikely to face Liverpool after suffering a hamstring injury against Leeds, with scans due to confirm the extent of the problem.
Good news for Arsenal with Martin Ødegaard injury
Martin Ødegaard will undergo a scan after a shoulder injury against Leeds, leaving his place in Arsenal’s line-up to face Liverpool in doubt.
Leeds star: Arsenal are “a really good team”
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Gyökeres: It was amazing to feel the Arsenal support
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Arteta calls Bukayo Saka injury ‘not great news’
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Martin Odegaard set for shoulder scan
Martin Odegaard’s afternoon against Leeds ended early after the captain landed awkwardly on his shoulder, raising immediate concern over his availability for Arsenal’s trip to Anfield next weekend.
Arsenal injury curse strikes again as they smash Leeds
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Arsenal could equal Chelsea Premier League record vs Leeds
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Mikel Arteta confirms Kai Havertz injury
Mikel Arteta confirms Kai Havertz has suffered a knee injury. Further tests will reveal the damage, but early fears of a season-ending setback have eased.
Leeds suffer injury blow ahead of Arsenal
Leeds suffer a major setback as Ethan Ampadu is ruled out until after the break, though Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin could face Arsenal.
Will Eberechi Eze play for Arsenal against Leeds?
Eberechi Eze will join Arsenal from Crystal Palace in a £60m deal, but the England international will not be available to face Leeds United.
Martin Ødegaard set for major milestone against Leeds
Martin Ødegaard will play his 200th game this weekend, a landmark that highlights his importance since joining in 2021 and his influence as captain.