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Arteta says no Arsenal rest before PSG semi-final

Posted : 23 April 2025

Arsenal will face Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their highly-anticipated UEFA Champions League semi-final on Tuesday. But before that, they will host Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Wednesday. Manager Mikel Arteta has stated that he will not rest his key players for the midweek clash, emphasizing that they need to maintain consistency and rhythm in their performances.


Arteta confirmed that the primary focus is on the Champions League, as the team trails Premier League leaders Liverpool by 13 points. However, Arteta rejected the idea of resting players before the PSG match, saying, "When players are fit and available, they have to play." He added that players are at their best when they have consistent game time, physically and emotionally in good condition.


Regarding Bukayo Saka, who sustained a knock during the recent win over Ipswich, Arteta gave an update, saying the injury was not serious. He added that they would assess Saka's condition after training and was optimistic he would be ready to play against Crystal Palace.


With no Premier League match over the weekend between the Palace game and the PSG semi-final, Arteta acknowledged that the extra time would help the team. He noted that the break would be useful, especially considering their limited squad options and player fatigue.


Despite the upcoming Champions League match, Arteta's immediate focus remains on securing a win against Crystal Palace. He stressed the importance of taking one game at a time and said the team must earn the right to win before preparing for the PSG challenge. 


Arteta concluded by emphasizing that their current goal is to continue their strong form and that they can't control the outcomes beyond their control. The match against Crystal Palace is the priority before thinking about the PSG semi-final.

 

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