Arsenal injury update Sporting quarter-final as Mikel Arteta provides uncertain fitness news ahead of Champions League second leg at the Emirates

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has delivered a cautious injury update on several key players ahead of the club’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting CP at the Emirates Stadium.

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The Arsenal injury update comes after the Gunners secured a narrow 1-0 first-leg victory in Portugal, with Kai Havertz scoring a late decisive goal.

Arteta admitted uncertainty over the availability of several squad members, stating that final decisions will depend on late fitness assessments.

He confirmed that midfielder Declan Rice did not participate in training and will be assessed ahead of the match.

Arteta also provided mixed news on the potential return of key players including Bukayo Saka, Jurrien Timber, Martin Ødegaard and Riccardo Calafiori, suggesting only one of them may be fit in time for the decisive fixture.

“We have to wait tomorrow morning to see how a few of the boys are and make the right decision,” Arteta said, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding the squad.

The Arsenal injury update Sporting quarter-final adds pressure ahead of a crucial European night, with Arsenal aiming to protect their slim advantage and secure a place in the semi-finals.

Arteta stressed the importance of late medical assessments before finalising his matchday squad, leaving supporters anxious over the availability of several first-team regulars.

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The second leg is expected to be a tightly contested encounter as Arsenal look to continue their strong Champions League campaign.