Ahead of Arsenal’s clash with Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night, both teams are dealing with injury concerns. The match was brought forward due to Palace’s FA Cup semi-final this weekend, but both teams are likely to be cautious as they prepare for crucial fixtures.
Arsenal, with a Champions League semi-final against PSG looming just days after this match, may consider resting some key players, including Bukayo Saka, despite a recent tackle that left him sore. However, manager Mikel Arteta confirmed Saka is fit to play. Jorginho, meanwhile, will remain unavailable, and Gabriel Jesus and Takehiro Tomiyasu are both out for the season due to long-term injuries. Kai Havertz, recovering from hamstring surgery, could make a surprise return before season’s end. Gabriel Magalhães will also miss the rest of the season with a hamstring issue.
Crystal Palace, managed by Oliver Glasner, is dealing with a series of injuries. Chris Richards is suspended following a controversial red card, while Chadi Riad and Cheick Doucoure are long-term absentees. Riad is out after an ACL rupture, and Doucoure will undergo knee surgery, sidelining him for the rest of the season.
As both teams face multiple challenges, this game could be crucial for their respective season finales, but with many players sidelined, both managers will be hoping to avoid further injury setbacks.
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