Arsenal Striker Viktor Gyokeres Ruled Out Of Champions League Match With Injury Concern

Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal's Swedish striker, suffered a muscular injury during the Premier League win over Burnley, forcing him off at half-time and ruling him out of the Champions League match against Slavia Prague. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern about the injury, noting that Gyokeres has rarely had muscular issues and that the injury is particularly worrisome for such an explosive player. Gyokeres missed training and did not travel with the squad, with further tests and scans planned to determine the injury's full extent. Despite the setback, Arteta praised Gyokeres' recent performances, calling his game against Burnley one of his best and acknowledging the striker's importance to the team. Arteta also emphasized the reality of injuries in football, noting that progress is not always linear and that they will support Gyokeres through his recovery. The injury adds to Arsenal's forward line challenges, as other key players remain sidelined.