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Declan Rice Doubtful for Bournemouth Match Amid Injury

1/3/2026

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Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice remains doubtful for the Bournemouth match as knee swelling has not subsided.
He missed the 4-1 victory over Aston Villa after sustaining the injury against Brighton.
Mikel Arteta said Rice's swelling has not subsided and he must be fully fit before playing.
Arsenal defenders Riccardo Calafiori and Cristhian Mosquera will also miss the game as Arsenal looks to extend its four-point lead over Manchester City.

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Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice remains doubtful for the Bournemouth match as knee swelling has not subsided.
He missed the 4-1 victory over Aston Villa after sustaining the injury against Brighton.
Mikel Arteta said Rice's swelling has not subsided and he must be fully fit before playing.
Arsenal defenders Riccardo Calafiori and Cristhian Mosquera will also miss the game as Arsenal looks to extend its four-point lead over Manchester City.