Arsenal faces Man City without injured Madueke as key players miss out

Arsenal could be without winger Noni Madueke for Sunday’s Premier League visit to Manchester City after he was forced off injured around the hour mark in Wednesday’s 0-0 Champions League draw with Sporting Lisbon. Madueke stayed down after a heavy collision with Pedro Gonçalves and was replaced by Max Dowman. The Gunners were already missing Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori for the Sporting clash, and those four also missed the weekend defeat to Bournemouth.

The injury blow adds to Arsenal’s growing absentee list ahead of a crucial title‑race meeting with Manchester City, potentially weakening their attacking options and depth. For Nigerian fans who follow the Premier League, fantasy leagues or betting markets, knowing which players are available can influence match expectations, team selections and even weekend plans to watch the game.

Madueke’s fitness will be assessed in the coming days; if unavailable, Arteta may turn to alternatives such as Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard or young Ethan Nwaneri. Supporters should check official Arsenal channels for updates before kick‑on and consider how the absences might affect the team’s shape and chances against the reigning champions.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/16/ucl-arsenal-suffer-fresh-injury-blow-ahead-of-man-city-clash/