Arsenal dealt latest injury blow as Kai Havertz hobbles off against Newcastle
TL;DR
Arsenal's Kai Havertz suffered an injury during the first half against Newcastle, leaving the match in the 33rd minute. The nature of the injury is related to his upper leg, but the cause remains unclear.
Key points
- Kai Havertz injured in first half against Newcastle
- Injury occurred in the 33rd minute
- Havertz's injury is related to his upper leg
- The cause of the injury is uncertain
- Arsenal faces challenges in their title run
Kai Havertz looks dejected as he leaves the field injured (Reuters)
Arsenal were dealt another injury blow in their title run-in after Kai Havertz hobbled off in the first half of their Premier League clash with Newcastle.
Havertz went down off the ball on 33 minutes, picking up an issue in his upper leg, though the cause was uncertain.
After receiving treatment, the Germany international limped off the field accompanied by an Arsenal physio before heading straight down the tunnel.
Viktor Gyokeres replaced the 26-year-old, who assisted Eberechi Eze’s stunning opener at the Emirates Stadium in the ninth minute.
Kai Havertz receives treatment at the Emirates (PA)
Havertz was visibly dejected as he made his way off the pitch and down the tunnel, with it uncertain how serious this latest setback could be - or whether it could impact his availability for this summer’s World Cup.
He has been plagued by injuries this season, undergoing surgery on a serious knee injury suffered following the opening day win over Manchester United in August.
That sidelined him for 32 games but he has since had to deal with other injury blows during his journey back to full fitness, including a muscle problem in Feburary.
Arsenal went into the clash with Newcastle joyous over the return of Bukayo Saka from his spell on the treatment table, who started the game on the bench.
But this latest setback will further strain Mikel Arteta’s attacking options as they look to end a six-year wait for silverware under the Spaniard.
Q&A
What injury did Kai Havertz sustain against Newcastle?
Kai Havertz sustained an upper leg injury during the match against Newcastle.
How long was Kai Havertz on the field before his injury?
Kai Havertz was on the field for 33 minutes before he hobbled off due to his injury.
What impact does Havertz's injury have on Arsenal's title run?
Havertz's injury adds to Arsenal's injury woes as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League title.
