After a 1-1 draw against Brighton, Arsenal is now turning its attention to their next fixture against Tottenham Hotspur following the international break.
In the 2024/25 Premier League season, Arsenal has accumulated seven points from their first three games. They secured victories in their initial two matches but were held to a draw by Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.
Arsenal initially led the game with a goal from Kai Havertz, but the situation shifted dramatically when Declan Rice received a second yellow card early in the second half. Brighton capitalized on this advantage, with Joao Pedro equalizing just before the 60-minute mark.
With the international break in progress, Arsenal’s focus now shifts to the upcoming North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Rice’s suspension for this crucial match means he will be unavailable to participate.
As for the injury updates, Mikel Arteta might see some players return for the derby. Here’s the latest on Arsenal’s injury situation:
– **Mikel Merino**
– **Injury:** Shoulder
– **Arteta’s Comments:** “We need to see. He was in significant pain,” Arteta mentioned on Friday. “Further tests will provide more conclusive information.”
– **Potential Return Date:** Uncertain
– **Declan Rice**
– **Reason for Absence:** Suspension
– **Details:** Due to receiving two yellow cards during the Brighton game, Rice will miss the North London derby.
– **Return Date:** Expected to be available for the Carabao Cup match against Bolton.
– **Takehiro Tomiyasu**
– **Injury:** Knee
– **Arteta’s Comments:** “It’s difficult to predict his return. The recovery has been slow,” Arteta said on Friday. “The medical team is monitoring his progress, but he hasn’t resumed training yet.”
– **Potential Return Date:** Uncertain
– **Gabriel Jesus**
– **Injury:** Groin
– **Arteta’s Comments:** “He’s making good progress. Despite having a muscle injury, he’s doing a lot of work and we hope he’ll be back very soon.”
– **Potential Return Date:** Possible for the Tottenham match on Sunday, September.
Arsenal’s injury and suspension challenges will be closely watched as they prepare for this highly anticipated derby.
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