Arsenal Players Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi Injured in Post-Match Training Session
London, UK - Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his concern over the unfortunate injuries sustained by players Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi during a post-match training session. According to the BBC Sport report, Arteta described the situation as "far from ideal."
The incident occurred after the team's recent match, which ended in a 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace. Despite the win, Arsenal now faces a challenging period as the duo recovers from their injuries.
- Piero Hincapie: The Argentine midfielder suffered a hamstring injury, which is expected to keep him out of action for approximately four weeks.
- Martin Zubimendi: The Spanish defensive midfielder has sustained a thigh injury, and is anticipated to be sidelined for around six weeks.
Arsenal is currently preparing for upcoming matches, including the crucial clash against Liverpool in the Premier League.
Manager Mikel Arteta: "It's unfortunate that these injuries have occurred at this time," Arteta said. "We will do everything we can to ensure their recovery is as smooth as possible, so they can return to the pitch as soon as possible."
The news of Hincapie and Zubimendi's injuries comes as a blow to the team, as they face a busy schedule ahead. Fans and football experts alike will be watching closely to see how the team will adapt to the absence of these key players.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
