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Arsenal's Arteta addresses injuries ahead of Leeds match amid City appeal

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Arsenal's Arteta addresses injuries ahead of Leeds match amid City appeal

Summary

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discussed injury concerns for an upcoming match against Leeds United on Saturday at the Emirates Stadium. Arteta confirmed that Christos Tzolis will miss the fixture due to a muscle injury expected to sideline him for weeks. Declan Rice may return, having managed his workload post-World Cup. Arsenal comes off a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Brighton and aims to re-establish form. Arteta emphasized the importance of focusing on controllable aspects, while avoiding commentary on Manchester City’s ongoing financial appeal.

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Status Watch

•Arsenal faces Leeds United on Saturday at 12:30 BST.
•Christos Tzolis is out for several weeks with a muscle injury.
•Declan Rice could return after managing physical issues post-World Cup.
•Arteta stresses focus on team performance after a defeat to Brighton.
•He declined to comment on Manchester City's ongoing financial appeal.

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1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arteta refuses to discuss Man City verdict as Arsenal face injury concerns ahead of Leeds clash

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