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Arsenal 'concerned' about Saka injury, says Arteta

MUNICH: Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta said the club was “concerned” about the severity of an injury to winger Bakayo Saka after Wednesday’s pulsating 2-2 Champions League draw at Bayern Munich.

Arsenal 'concerned' about Saka injury, says Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern over the injury suffered by winger Bakayo Saka during Wednesday's 2-2 Champions League draw at Bayern Munich. The injury, which occurred early in the game, left Saka needing to be replaced by Eberechi Eze. Eze went on to score Arsenal's opening goal in the match. Declan Rice added to Arsenal's tally with a late goal, securing a draw for the team.

While Saka's injury status remains uncertain, Arteta acknowledged the club's medical staff' worries, stating that any player coming off with sharp pain is a cause for concern. Arteta praised Arsenal's efforts in the match, praising the performance of both his team and Bayern Munich. He highlighted the level of competition, noting that both teams were determined to play an attacking game.

Rice expressed his satisfaction with his late goal, stating that he ran past his marker and scored in the box.

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