Arsenal Star Saka Out of England’s Crucial Games with Hamstring Injury
England will be without Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka for their October clashes against Australia and Italy. The 22-year-old winger missed Arsenal’s 1-0 Premier League victory over Manchester City on Sunday due to a hamstring injury. The Football Association confirmed Saka’s injury assessment and ruled out his replacement in the squad.
Saka’s Injury Woes Continue
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta revealed Saka has not trained since picking up the hamstring issue and is currently unfit to play. The absence snapped Saka’s impressive run of 87 consecutive Premier League appearances. He’s been battling the injury for weeks, having limped off during Arsenal’s 2-1 Champions League defeat to Lens and withdrawn late in the win over Bournemouth.
England’s Next Fixtures
- October 13: England vs Australia
- October 17: European Championship qualifier against Italy
Manchester United Women Face PSG in ‘Biggest Ever’ Match
Meanwhile, Manchester United Women are gearing up for their Champions League debut against PSG at Leigh Sports Village tonight. Manager Marc Skinner called it the club’s “biggest ever game,” stressing the hunger for silverware and the need to shine on the European stage. The winner of this two-leg qualifier advances to the group stages.
Lionesses’ Goalkeeper Kit Sells Out in Hours
England Women’s goalie Mary Earps has thanked fans after the Lionesses’ goalkeeper kit flew off the shelves just hours after going on sale. Produced by Nike and released through the FA website, the kit had previously been criticised for not being available during the Women’s World Cup. Earps, Golden Glove winner at the tournament, was disappointed with Nike’s initial holdout but delighted fans can finally get their hands on the gear.
