Arsenal's Bukayo Saka injured during match against Crystal Palace.

Bukayo Saka, the talented Arsenal winger, had to leave the field during the first half of Saturday's Premier League match against Crystal Palace due to an injury. This came as a disappointment to both the team and the fans, as Saka had just returned to the starting lineup after a successful appearance as a substitute in the previous game against the same opponent.

Unfortunately, Saka's return didn't last long as he was forced to exit the game after just 25 minutes due to what appeared to be a strain in his hamstring. Sky Sports commentator Jamie Carragher noted that Saka immediately signaled to the bench, indicating that the injury was serious. Despite some criticism for going down too easily at times, it was clear that Saka was genuinely hurt.

The extent of the injury is still unclear, but it's a concern for Arsenal if it turns out to be serious. It seemed to be a recurrence of the same hamstring injury that Saka suffered while playing for England in October. This could potentially rule him out for the upcoming games against Ipswich, Brentford, and Brighton.

With Saka's absence, Arsenal will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void. This includes Leandro Trossard, who replaced Saka in the match, and Gabriel Martinelli, who moved to the right wing in Saka's absence. Unfortunately, they were already without Raheem Sterling, who picked up an injury in training the day before the match.

When asked about Sterling's absence, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his disappointment, stating that they would need to do further tests to determine the extent of the injury. He also mentioned Saka as a key player for the team, stating that he would be the last player he would want to miss.

It's clear that Saka's presence on the field is vital for Arsenal, as former player and legend Paul Merson pointed out. He noted that even with new signing Martin Odegaard, Saka is still the standout player for the team and the first name on the teamsheet. His absence will definitely be felt in the upcoming games, including the highly anticipated FA Cup match against Manchester United.

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