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Rice, Saka and Zubimendi fit for Arsenal’s Community Shield
Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Martin Zubimendi could return for Arsenal in Sunday’s Community Shield against Manchester City, manager Mikel Arteta confirmed. The trio have not played in pre-season after deep World…
The Story in Brief
Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Martin Zubimendi could return for Arsenal in Sunday’s Community Shield against Manchester City, manager Mikel Arteta confirmed. The trio have not played in pre-season after deep World Cup runs. Rice and Saka reached the semi-finals with England, while Zubimendi was part of Spain’s winning squad.
Arteta said all three trained with Arsenal and would be involved if they meet the club’s fitness requirements. Rice and Saka managed injuries during the World Cup and followed individual recovery plans. Dutch defender Jurrien Timber will miss the match as he continues his recovery from a groin injury. Arteta said Timber remains several weeks from returning.
The Indian Opinion
Claims that Arsenal are either fully prepared or weakened by their absent stars would both overstate one early-season match. Rice, Saka and Zubimendi have trained but have not played in pre-season, while Timber’s absence has a clear medical explanation. The useful measure on Sunday is not the result alone, but how many minutes the returning trio manage without a setback.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com
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