Arteta confirms triple injury blow for Arsenal ahead of Liverpool clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that Declan Rice, Riccardo Calafiori, and Noni Madueke are facing a race to be fit for the Premier League match against Liverpool after missing the midweek defeat to Fleetwood Town in the Carabao Cup. This disappointing exit has compounded Arsenal's injury woes, with long-term absences also affecting key players like William Saliba and Bukayo Saka. Arteta praised Fleetwood's performance while expressing frustration over his team's inability to convert chances. Despite the setbacks, there is some optimism as Rice was seen training on Monday. Arsenal's next match against Liverpool is crucial as both teams currently sit level on points atop the Premier League table.

• 8:39 AMYahoo Sports — Mikel Arteta confirms fresh TRIPLE Arsenal injury nightmare as Declan Rice and two other stars face race to be fit for Liverpool clash after Fleetwood defeat