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Arsenal Injury Crisis Ahead of Champions League Clash
6 Apr
Summary
- Arsenal crashed out of the FA Cup, ending treble hopes.
- Key players Saka, Rice, and Gabriel are injury doubts.
- Team faces Champions League quarter-final against Sporting CP.

Arsenal's pursuit of a treble ended abruptly with an FA Cup quarter-final defeat, compounded by a concerning injury list. The team's performance against Southampton highlighted personnel concerns ahead of their Champions League tie.
Gabriel, after withdrawing from international duty due to knee pain, started but was substituted with a suspected left knee issue. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice were rested, with both players having withdrawn from their respective national squads due to fitness concerns.
Jurrien Timber and Leandro Trossard also face uncertain returns from unspecified injuries. Piero Hincapie is another player whose availability is unknown, having returned to Arsenal for recovery.
The mounting injuries present a significant challenge for manager Mikel Arteta as the Gunners prepare for a crucial Champions League fixture against Sporting CP.