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Every word Mikel Arteta said on why Saka couldn’t start, double Arsenal injury update and Bayern

Here is every word Mikel Arteta just said after Arsenal's 3-0 Champions League demolition of Lille at the Emirates Stadium

By Ryan Taylor · Football London

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:01 PM

Key Things to Know

Mikel Arteta reviewed Arsenal's victory while discussing squad injuries, Bukayo Saka's illness, and late life president Ken Friar.
Bukayo Saka missed starting due to an illness but contributed a goal and an assist from the bench.
Martin Zubimendi's condition is improving, while Piero Hincapie faces weeks on the sidelines with a more significant injury.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta addressed the media following a victory, reflecting on tactical adjustments, squad fitness, and the passing of life president Ken Friar. Arteta revealed that Bukayo Saka started on the bench due to an illness before coming on to register a goal and an assist. He praised the squad's second-half performance, highlighting the impact of his substitutions and Myles Lewis-Skelly's consistency at left-back.

Arteta also provided an injury update on Martin Zubimendi and Piero Hincapie. While Zubimendi is improving and managing residual pain, Arteta indicated that Hincapie's injury appears more significant and will likely sideline him for a matter of weeks.

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