Mar 7 • 15:11 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Mirror

Arsenal injury update on five players after two fresh blows in FA Cup tie

Arsenal faces injury concerns for two players following their FA Cup victory over Mansfield Town.

Arsenal Football Club is currently dealing with injury concerns for two of its players, Leandro Trossard and Riccardo Calafiori, following their FA Cup match against Mansfield Town. The match saw Trossard forced to leave the field in the 38th minute, substituted by Piero Hincapie, while Calafiori was also replaced later due to an injury. Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, acknowledged that both players had experienced minor injuries and were uncomfortable continuing in the match conditions.

Arteta explained that the decision to substitute Trossard and Calafiori was preemptive, given the match's conditions, which could have led to further complications for the players. His comments highlight the club's cautious approach towards player fitness, especially during a busy fixture period in the FA Cup, where securing victories without jeopardizing player health is crucial for the team's success.

Despite the injuries, Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Mansfield, with goals from Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze allowing them to move into the quarter-finals. While Arteta remains optimistic about the players' recovery, the situation may necessitate strategic adjustments to the squad as the season progresses, depending on the severity of the injuries sustained during this key match.

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