Mikel Arteta has provided an update on Bukayo Saka’s injury following Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the north London derby. The Gunners secured their third consecutive win against their rivals thanks to a stunning header from Gabriel. Despite missing key midfielders Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard, Arsenal managed to claim all three points.
However, the victory may have come at a cost as Saka was forced to leave the pitch, with 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri replacing him. Arteta addressed the situation after the game, stating that he made two changes with the front players and suddenly Saka went down. He looked at the bench for options and had to adapt because Saka could not continue. The exact nature of his injury is still unknown.
Arteta also provided an update on Odegaard’s recovery from a brutal ankle injury sustained while on international duty with Norway.
The Arsenal manager expressed his happiness with the win in the London derby, emphasizing its significance for both the club and its supporters. He praised his team’s hunger to play and adapt despite missing key players. Arteta commended everyone at the club for their behavior and stated that they faced challenges with courage.
Arsenal will now turn their attention to Thursday’s Champions League match against Atalanta.
