Arteta gives injury updates ahead of Southampton vs Arsenal FA Cup

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that winger Noni Madueke's knee injury, sustained during England's friendly with Uruguay, is less serious than feared and he could return within days. This is positive news for the Gunners ahead of Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final at Southampton. However, midfielder Eberechi Eze remains sidelined with the calf issue that kept him out of the Carabao Cup final and will definitely miss the St Mary's clash. On the brighter side, captain Martin Odegaard and defender Jurrien Timber are both fit and in contention to start. These injury updates directly impact Arsenal's lineup and tactics for a crucial cup match that could keep their quadruple hopes alive. With Eze out, attacking options are slightly thinner, but Madueke's potential return and Odegaard's availability provide key creative threats. For Nigerian Arsenal fans, the availability of these players will influence whether the team can secure a semi-final spot. Given the importance of the FA Cup and Arsenal's recent form, will the squad depth be sufficient to overcome Southampton despite Eze's absence?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/03/fa-cup-arteta-gives-injury-updates-ahead-southampton-vs-arsenal/