Arsenal & Manchester United injury news ahead of Premier League clash tonight
Both giants will take on each other in a blockbuster Premier League game.
Arsenal wants to get one step closer to their long-awaited comeback to the top of the English football league. Mikel Arteta is leading the charge to become the first Gunners coach to win a Premier League trophy since Arsene Wenger’s Invincibles in 2004.
On the other hand, Manchester United are looking to secure a place inside the top four following an impressive 2-0 win over Manchester City last weekend. However, both clubs will be missing a few of their players ahead of the game,
Arsenal injury news
Both Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori have a chance to make the squad for tonight’s match. But Arsenal are in a race against time.
Due to a muscle injury, Calafiori has missed the last eight games in all competitions.
Hincapie, a defender on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, has been out since being substituted during this month’s 0-0 draw with defending champions Liverpool.
The Ecuadorian was not available for selection due to a groin injury. However, his return to training gives Arteta more alternatives in the back.
Talking about Kai Havertz, Arteta said:
“Well, he is very close. Obviously, he has been out for a long time, almost a year, for different reasons, and now we have to be very smart in the manner that we manage that load, the minutes.
“I am sure in the next few weeks he is going to play in minutes. I cannot tell you which competition because that will depend as well on the game context, and it is a context that is positive to throw him in or not with his qualities.
“It is great that we have him. We can use him in different positions. We will see him in different positions and we are really happy to have him.”
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Manchester United injury news
After United’s thrilling victory over Manchester City, Michael Carrick’s second stint as the team’s interim head coach started on a positive note.
Matthijs de Ligt’s return is set to take longer than anticipated; they will travel to face the Premier League leaders without him.
In the upcoming weeks, the Dutchman might make a comeback from his injury. His return date has been slightly postponed due to his recovery from his back ailment.
Joshua Zirkzee, whose future is still up in the air, will also miss the trip to the capital. Due to a knock, the Dutch attacker missed the victory over City. He also missed the training for the match against Arsenal.
Who all are injured for Arsenal ahead of the match tonight?
Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori may be doubtful while Havertz’s return remains uncertain.
Who all are injured for Man United?
Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee are out of the game.
Where do Manchester United stand in the PL table?
They are fifth in the table.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.