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Dr Zafar Iqbal leaves role as Arsenal head of sports medicine

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:12 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Dr Zafar Iqbal leaves role as Arsenal head of sports medicine
Summary

Dr Zafar Iqbal is resigning as Arsenal's head of sports medicine after two years with the club. He was informed of his departure following Arsenal's loss to Paris St-Germain in the Champions League final. The club is currently undertaking the process of finding his replacement. Iqbal's time at Arsenal was marked by numerous injuries affecting key players, which raised uncertainty about his position among the staff. He previously worked with Crystal Palace and Liverpool before joining Arsenal in 2024.

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  • •Iqbal informed of resignation after Champions League final loss.
  • •He joined Arsenal in 2024, replacing Gary O'Driscoll.
  • •The search for a replacement is already underway.
  • •Arsenal dealt with many key injuries during his tenure.
  • •Iqbal is regarded highly within the football community.
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  • 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal head of sports medicine to leave club
  • 8:12 PMBBC Sport — Arsenal head of sports medicine to leave club
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Arsenal's head of sports medicine Dr Zafar Iqbal is leaving after two years at the club.

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Arsenal's head of sports medicine Dr Zafar Iqbal is leaving after two years at the club.

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