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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

Arsenal dealt huge blow as key player is ruled out of Man City clash

Arsenal Bukayo Saka FULLMikel Arteta Jurrien Timber Manchester City Mikel Arteta Noni Madueke
  • Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed Bukayo Saka will miss the crucial Premier League match against Manchester City on Sunday.
  • Noni Madueke, who sustained an injury in the Champions League on Wednesday, is hopeful to be fit, while Martin Odegaard, Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori remain doubts.
  • Arsenal currently lead Manchester City by six points, and a victory would significantly boost their chances of winning their first title in 22 years.
  • Conversely, a win for Manchester City would cut Arsenal's lead to three points and give Pep Guardiola's side the advantage with a game in hand.
  • Arteta stated he would not play for a draw, emphasising his team's intent to win the match against a strong opponent.

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Mikel Arteta offers Arsenal injury updates on Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke, Jurrien Timber and more

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