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Arsenal face injury concerns after Hincapié and Zubimendi setbacks
Arsenal defender Piero Hincapié suffered an ankle injury during post-match warm-down drills following the club’s 2-1 Premier League victory over Leeds United. Footage shows the Ecuadorian defender being carried off the pitch by a teammate after appearing to struggle with his right ankle. While the exact severity of the injury remains unconfirmed, the setback comes at a critical time as the club prepares for a Champions League match against Lille.
In addition to Hincapié, midfielder Martin Zubimendi also reportedly sustained a knock during the same post-match period. The dual injury concerns present a challenge for manager Mikel Arteta ahead of upcoming fixtures. Hincapié had recently returned to action after a previous muscle injury, and his potential absence may increase the defensive workload for Riccardo Calafiori.
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Arsenal · Leeds United · Martin Zubimendi · Mikel Arteta · Piero Hincapié · Riccardo Calafiori
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The injury is currently described as a knock and Hincapié will be monitored in the coming days.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The injury occurred following Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Leeds United.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Hincapié entered the match against Leeds as a substitute for Riccardo Calafiori in the 82nd minute.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Piero Hincapié was carried off the pitch on a stretcher after clutching his right ankle during post-match drills.