It will be very though for us Mikel Arteta Shares Latest Injury Update Before Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Against Crystal Palace
Mikel Arteta Shares Latest Injury Update Before Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Against Crystal Palace
Mikel Arteta Shares Latest Injury Update Before Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Against Crystal Palace
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has shared the latest team news ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners are aiming for a strong performance after a recent dip in form. They’ve drawn their last two Premier League matches, including a goalless draw against Everton at home last weekend.
Injury Updates: Declan Rice, Zinchenko, and Calafiori
Speaking to the media (via football.london), Arteta gave updates on three key players:
Declan Rice: Rice was taken off against Everton due to a minor muscle issue. Arteta confirmed that Rice is “fine” but added that his availability will depend on a late assessment.
> “He’s fine. We will make the decision on whether he’s available or not,” Arteta said.
Oleksandr Zinchenko and Riccardo Calafiori: Both players are still recovering from their injuries and will not feature against Crystal Palace.
> “Alex and Riccy will still be out of the squad for tomorrow,” Arteta confirmed.
A Must-Win Match for Arsenal
Arsenal have had an inconsistent Premier League season so far and currently sit six points behind league leaders Liverpool, who also have a game in hand. With title hopes looking slim, Arteta may focus more on the Carabao Cup and Champions League to secure silverware this season.
Winning the Carabao Cup could be Arsenal’s best chance at a trophy, as they are just three games away from lifting the cup if they beat Palace on Wednesday night.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace: A Tough Challenge
Crystal Palace have proven tricky for Arsenal in the past, but the Gunners have won their last four meetings. However, Palace are unbeaten in their last five matches, with two wins and three draws. Arsenal will need to be at their best to reach the semi-finals.
Arteta has made several changes in the previous rounds of the Carabao Cup, but with a place in the final four on the line, a stronger starting XI is expected. If Declan Rice passes his fitness test, he could start the match.
