Arsenal lose Hincapie and Zubimendi in freak double blow

Arsenal suffered a double blow with the injuries of Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi, both affecting their Champions League match against Lille. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that the pair would undergo further scans to ascertain the extent of their injuries and their potential absence from the game. Hincapie, a late substitute in the 2-1 win over Leeds, was carried off the pitch during the warm-down session, while Zubimendi also sustained an injury during the same period.

The manager expressed disappointment, stating, "We had a training session planned after the game for the players that didn't have enough minutes to get everybody the recovery day on Sunday and to get everybody in the right rhythm, and in two very unfortunate actions, we lost two players, and yeah, not great." Arteta added, "What can you do?

If I knew I had a crystal ball, I'd say, Guys, go in the jacuzzi, everybody, and see you tomorrow." Both players are expected to miss the home game against Lille on Tuesday, with Hincapie's injury appearing more severe. Arsenal, currently second in the Premier League, had previously beaten Napoli in their opening Champions League match last month.