Arteta Criticizes Schedule Amid Arsenal Injury Crisis

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed concerns over the rising number of injuries within his squad, attributing them to the demanding match schedule that players face. Following the serious hamstring injury of Kai Havertz during training in Dubai, which will sideline him for the season, Arteta emphasized that the heavy workload is creating an 'accident waiting to happen' scenario for players. Key players like Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka are also unavailable due to injuries, further stretching the team's resources. Arteta noted that players are training less than ever, which affects their muscle recovery and increases injury risk. He pointed out that the intensity and frequency of games, alongside the added demands of competitions like the expanded Champions League, are contributing to this crisis. Despite these challenges, Arteta remains optimistic about his team's ability to cope with the situation as they prepare for upcoming matches.