October 30th 2024.
During Arsenal's recent match against Liverpool, defender Gabriel Magalhaes sustained an injury that has caused him to miss out on their Carabao Cup game against Preston on Wednesday. Manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that both Gabriel and Ben White were unable to play due to injuries.
Gabriel was forced to leave the game against Liverpool early and was replaced by Jakub Kiwior due to a knee injury. However, Arteta has stated that the injury doesn't seem too serious and that Gabriel has undergone some tests to assess his condition. Despite this, he was not able to make an appearance in Wednesday's game.
As for Ben White, who played the full game against Liverpool, Arteta has explained that he was struggling towards the end of the match and was not fit to play in the midweek game. This has raised concerns for the team's defence, but Arteta has reassured fans that defender Jurrien Timber, who was also substituted during the Liverpool game, will be starting in the match against Preston.
Despite the injury concerns, Arteta has fielded a strong team for the Carabao Cup game, including players like William Saliba, Mikel Merino, Raheem Sterling, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli. However, there are also some young players getting a chance to play, such as teenage goalkeeper Tommy Setford and midfielder Ethan Nwaneri.
When asked about the importance of competing in the Carabao Cup, Arteta emphasized that it is crucial for the team to maintain a winning mentality and to show that they take every competition seriously. He also acknowledged the tough opponent they will be facing in Preston and the importance of giving their best in every game.
As for the team's overall injury situation, Arteta is hopeful that the players will recover soon and be back in action for the upcoming games. Until then, he is determined to make the most out of the players he has available and to continue competing at the highest level in all competitions. Sign up now for more Arsenal news, exclusives, and analysis. Your privacy is important to us, and we are protected by reCAPTCHA and Google's privacy policy.
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