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Arsenal and Nottingham Forest are preparing for a crucial Premier League encounter at the Emirates Stadium, with both teams facing significant injury challenges. The match carries heightened importance for Arsenal, who have struggled recently, collecting just five points from their last five games and falling nine points behind Liverpool in the title race.
Mikel Arteta confirmed several long-term injury concerns during his pre-match press conference. Most notably, Ben White will be absent for “months” after undergoing a minor surgical procedure to address a persistent joint problem. Arteta emphasized the difficulty of the decision, stating they needed to protect the player’s long-term health. While he couldn’t provide an exact timeline, Arteta suggested White’s absence would be less than six months.
Additional Arsenal injury concerns include Kieran Tierney, who is still recovering from a hamstring injury sustained during the European Championships, and Takehiro Tomiyasu, who continues to struggle with a knee injury. Tomiyasu has been limited to just six minutes of play this season, further stretching Arsenal’s defensive options.
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo faces similar challenges, with two key players definitively ruled out. Danilo, who suffered a broken toe on the season’s opening day, is making progress but won’t be available for the Arsenal match. Ibrahim Sangare remains sidelined with a hamstring injury that required surgical intervention.
The match represents a critical moment for both teams. Arsenal hopes to reverse their recent poor form and climb back into title contention, while Forest aims to capitalize on the Gunners’ vulnerabilities and continue their impressive campaign. With both sides missing key players, the encounter promises to be a tightly contested and potentially unpredictable affair.
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