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Arsenal star picks up new injury after full time as Gunners rocked after Leeds win

An Arsenal player had to be carried off the pitch after their 2-1 win over Leeds United.

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 5:19 PM
Arsenal star picks up new injury after full time as Gunners rocked after Leeds win
Key Things to Know
  • Piero Hincapie was carried off with an ankle injury sustained during post-match running after Arsenal beat Leeds 2-1.
  • Hincapie had come on as a late substitute for Riccardo Calafiori before picking up the problem.
  • Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is already without defender William Saliba due to a back complaint.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie had to be carried off after suffering an ankle injury during post-match warm-down running following Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Leeds United. The Ecuador international had entered the Premier League match as a late substitute to replace Riccardo Calafiori before sustaining the problem after the final whistle.

The setback adds to defensive concerns for manager Mikel Arteta, who is already missing William Saliba due to a back issue. In the match, Arsenal recovered from a James Justin goal thanks to strikes from Calafiori and Bruno Guimaraes to secure the comeback win.

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