Arsenal’s Forward Withdraws From Belgium Squad After Picking Up hamstring Injury

Arsenal forward, Leandro Trossard sustained a hamstring injury before the international break and will now miss Belgium’s Euro 2024 qualifying matches.

The winger was removed at half time of Arsenal’s clash with Man City on Monday, replaced by Martinelli. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed after the game that Trossard had picked up a knock — but didn’t offer any further details. Arsenal are already facing some injuries at key positions. Bukayo Saka was unable to play on Sunday due to a muscle problem, while summer signing Jurrien Timber could miss the whole season after sustaining a serious knee injury in August.

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This is Trossard’s second hamstring injury this season, but there is room for encouragement elsewhere. The Gunners have received a boost by the speedy recovery of Martinelli, though, as the Brazilian came on at half time on Sunday where he scored the winning goal in the 86th minute.

After the victory, Arteta lauded Martinelli’s performance: “It’s just the joy of a kid. His mentality is incredible at his age and it’s just a joy to have him because today he could change the game and he was really helpful for us to win the game.”

The return of Trossard has no set date as of yet. On October 21, Arsenal’s next game is against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.