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Arteta Warns Injuries Threaten Arsenal's Trophy Chase

2/16/2026

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Summary

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta warns their growing injury list could jeopardize pursuing multiple trophies.
Injuries include Riccardo Calafiori and Ben White, joining absences of Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, and Mikel Merino.
Arteta says players must return quickly to provide options against upcoming opponents.
Eberechi Eze delivered two assists to keep Arsenal at the top ahead of Wolves and Tottenham.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa marked a significant moment in football history, showcasing the challenges of player injuries, with Germany reporting that 30% of their squad was affected. This tournament, held from June 11 to July 11, 2010, highlighted the critical role of player fitness in competitive sports, a concern echoed in Arsenal's current pursuit of multiple trophies.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta warns their growing injury list could jeopardize pursuing multiple trophies.
Injuries include Riccardo Calafiori and Ben White, joining absences of Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, and Mikel Merino.
Arteta says players must return quickly to provide options against upcoming opponents.
Eberechi Eze delivered two assists to keep Arsenal at the top ahead of Wolves and Tottenham.

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