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Arsenal given Ezri Konsa fitness boost as England release statement

Ezri Konsa is set to feature in just one of England's two matches this international break as Arsenal handed a small boost in the player's freshness for club football return…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 10:33 AM
Arsenal given Ezri Konsa fitness boost as England release statement
Key Things to Know
  • The FA confirmed Ezri Konsa will miss England's clash with Croatia but resumes full training later this week.
  • James Hill has been added to manager Thomas Tuchel's England squad as additional defensive cover.
  • Konsa's limited international workload provides a fitness boost for Arsenal ahead of facing Newcastle United.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England have confirmed that Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa will miss Thursday's match against Croatia but will return to full training later this week. The FA issued an update stating that James Hill has been added to Thomas Tuchel's squad as defensive cover.

Konsa previously suffered fitness concerns against Slavia Praha but played the full game in Arsenal's win over Hull City. Featuring in only one international fixture provides a fitness boost for manager Mikel Arteta ahead of an upcoming clash against Newcastle United.

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