'We have to adapt' - Arteta reflects on Arsenal's injury after draw with Liverpool

'We have to adapt' - Arteta reflects on Arsenal's injury after draw with Liverpool

Hassan Abdulsalam 08:46 - 28.10.2024

The Gunners were missing key players like Martin Odegaard, Riccardo Calafiori, and William Saliba due to injuries and suspension.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed pride in his team's 2-2 draw against Liverpool despite the club's growing injury crisis.

The Gunners were already without key players like Martin Odegaard and Riccardo Calafiori due to injuries, while William Saliba missed out due to suspension.

However, the situation worsened during the match as Gabriel Magalhaes and Jurrien Timber were forced off the field, leaving Arsenal with a depleted defence.

“We have to adapt to it and we continue to adapt to it. We have to support and praise the players because the courage they played with again today was unbelievable,” Arteta told Reuters.

Arsenal managed to take the lead through Bukayo Saka, who scored his 50th Premier League goal.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta || Imago

However, Liverpool fought back to level the score and nearly won, Arteta acknowledged that the team could have won the match, but he's optimistic about their chances.

"The team is alive, the team wants it. This is football. Circumstances are going to make us better, they are making us better," Arteta said.

As Arsenal continues to navigate a challenging period, they will hope to welcome back captain Martin Odegaard soon. While Odegaard expressed optimism about his return, Arteta cautioned that he is still some time away.

With a growing injury list and a tough schedule ahead, Arsenal will need to rely on their squad depth and resilience to maintain their position in the Premier League.

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