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Arteta Confident Saka Will Be Fit for Champions League Semi-Final After Ipswich Knock

Bukayo Saka suffered an ankle knock in Arsenal's 4-0 win at Ipswich, but scans show no serious injury, and Mikel Arteta expects him to face PSG on April 29.

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Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka

Overview

  • Bukayo Saka sustained an ankle injury following a dangerous tackle by Ipswich's Leif Davis, who was shown a straight red card during Arsenal's 4-0 victory.
  • Saka received on-pitch treatment and later iced his ankle on the bench, but completed the game before limping off post-match.
  • Mikel Arteta has downplayed the severity of the injury, stating it is not serious and expressing optimism about Saka's availability for the Champions League semi-final first leg against PSG.
  • The winger recently returned from a three-month hamstring injury and has been pivotal in Arsenal's European campaign, including their aggregate win over Real Madrid.
  • Arsenal are balancing squad fitness and a congested schedule as they chase their first-ever Champions League title.