Arsenal's Noni Madueke Expected Out Two Months Knee Injury

Arsenal winger Noni Madueke is expected to be sidelined for approximately two months due to a knee injury sustained during the 1-1 draw with Manchester City. The injury, initially feared to be severe, turned out to be a minor rupture that does not require surgery, allowing a slightly more optimistic prognosis. Madueke, who has made a strong start at Arsenal since joining from Chelsea, was substituted at halftime and will miss key upcoming matches, adding to Arsenal's injury woes alongside Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, and captain Martin Odegaard. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed Madueke's early match injury and the club's cautious approach to Bukayo Saka's fitness, who replaced Madueke and recently recovered from a hamstring issue. Madueke's absence is a setback for Arsenal, especially given his impactful performances filling in during Saka's previous injury. The team will look to other options such as Gabriel Martinelli and youth players to fill the attacking roles during Madueke's recovery.