Bukayo Saka is gambling on his fitness for the World Cup despite a nagging Achilles injury, stating he is "ready to go." The Arsenal forward has managed his injury since March, playing through pain and acknowledging external judgment. Noni Madueke is a potential replacement.
Bukayo Saka is gambling on his fitness for the World Cup despite a nagging Achilles injury, stating he's "ready to go." The Arsenal forward has managed his injury since March, playing through pain, and believes winning the Premier League title has boosted his confidence.
Bukayo Saka marked his first start in six weeks with two goals and an assist as Arsenal beat Fulham at the Emirates. The 24-year-old England winger, recovering from an achilles injury, produced a devastating display that puts Arsenal in strong contention for their first Premier League title in 22 years. Manager Mikel Arteta withdrew him at half-time as a precaution ahead of the Champions League semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid.
Manchester City have expressed frustration with the Premier League over fixture scheduling that will see them play three matches in seven days in May. The club's home game with Crystal Palace, originally scheduled for the Carabao Cup final weekend, has been rearranged to May 13, with the FA Cup final against Chelsea on May 16 and an away game at Bournemouth on May 19. City have been upset since learning of the rescheduling need on February 4 but feel the Premier League acted too slowly.
Manchester City are frustrated after being left facing three decisive fixtures in seven days next month. The club's postponed match against Crystal Palace (originally 21 March) has been scheduled for 13 May, while the trip to Bournemouth has been moved to 19 May due to City's FA Cup final against Chelsea on 16 May. This leaves Pep Guardiola's side with two Premier League matches and the Cup final in a week, while sitting three points behind Arsenal with a game in hand. City feel the principle of rescheduling for the earliest possible moment was not followed, despite knowing since 4 February the Palace match would need moving.
Arsenal’s season has shifted from quadruple ambition to tactical uncertainty after struggles against Manchester City’s press. The article argues Arteta may need a more reactive approach to revive Arsenal’s title hopes.
