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Arsenal overcomes injuries to secure trophy and pursue another

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 6:28 PM

Last updated May 29, 2026

Arsenal overcomes injuries to secure trophy and pursue another

Summary

Arsenal continues to contend for a second trophy this season despite facing a wave of injuries impacting key players, including Martin Odegaard and Mikel Merino. Manager Mikel Arteta's approach emphasizes maintaining connections among the squad, ensuring that sidelined players remain involved in team dynamics. This resilience has contributed to the squad's championship culture, enabling the Gunners to remain competitive in their league. Looking ahead, Arsenal aims to build on this momentum as they pursue further success.

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•Arsenal managing injuries to key players like Odegaard and Merino
•Mikel Arteta fosters team connection during player absences
•The Gunners are in contention for a second trophy this season
•Team resilience contributes to a strong championship culture

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6:28 PMCBS Sports — No player left behind: How Arsenal handled a plague of injuries to win a trophy and contend for a second

What they're saying

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Mikel Arteta’s emphasis on connection keeps injured players like Martin Odegaard and Mikel Merino integrated to fuel the Gunners’ championship culture
— CBS Sportsby James Benge

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