Eze, Calafiori return as Arsenal get injury boost for Atletico semi-final

Arsenal received double injury boost with Eberechi Eze and Riccardo Calafiori both returning to training ahead of Champions League semi-final first leg at Atletico Madrid. Eze had limped off during last weekend's 1-0 win over Newcastle, while Calafiori had been missing since early April with injury.

The returns strengthen Arsenal's options for the crucial European tie, though Kai Havertz remains doubtful with a "niggle" and Jurrien Timber was again absent. Havertz is unlikely to feature in midweek action, potentially affecting Arteta's tactical approach to the first leg in Spain.

The semi-final first leg takes place "midweek" - likely Wednesday or Thursday - in Madrid. Arsenal now have two key players back from injury concerns, but will be without Havertz and Timber for the trip. Monitor team announcements for final squad confirmation.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/28/ucl-arsenal-receive-double-injury-boost-ahead-atletico-semi-final/