Arsenal were dealt a new injury concern when Gabriel Jesus was forced off late on in their 2-1 win against Sevilla in the Champions League on Tuesday. The Brazilian striker, who had been instrumental in securing the victory for the Gunners, was unfortunately substituted after 81 minutes due to a hamstring problem. This injury setback comes as a blow to coach Mikel Arteta, who had already experienced the absence of Thomas Partey from the match due to a muscle injury.
Despite the challenges posed by injuries, Arsenal managed to overcome their opponents, thanks in part to Jesus’s exceptional performance prior to his substitution. He showcased his immense talent by not only setting up Gabriel Martinelli for a superb goal to give Arsenal the lead but also by finding the back of the net himself with an impressive curled shot early in the second half.
Naturally, the injury to the 26-year-old is a cause for concern for Arteta and the Arsenal coaching staff. During a post-match interview with TNT Sports, Arteta expressed his worry, saying, “He felt something in his hamstring. We have to wait and see. It’s not good news because he’s not a player that asks to be subbed off easily.”
However, Gabriel Jesus remained optimistic about the situation, stating to the cameras, “I felt something. Let’s see… I have a scan but I’m pretty sure it will be nothing. I did some tests with the physio, it looks not that big, but let’s see.” His positive outlook on the injury provides hope that it may not be as serious as initially feared.
Meanwhile, Arsenal’s injury list continues to have notable names, including defender Jurrien Timber who remains sidelined. Fortunately, there is positive news regarding William Saliba and Bukayo Saka, who have recovered from their recent injuries sustained during the international break and are now fit to play again.
Looking ahead, Arteta will be keeping a close eye on Jesus’s recovery, hoping to have him available for Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League match against Sheffield United on Saturday. The manager acknowledged the importance of “magic moments” and the need for “big players to step in and create those moments,” highlighting Jesus’s significant contributions to the team.
Injuries are a part of the game, and dealing with them requires careful management and support from the rest of the squad. As Arsenal navigates through these challenges, their focus remains on maintaining their winning form and achieving their goals in both domestic and European competitions.
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