Champions League2 hours ago1 minute read

Bukayo Saka Substituted Early in Arsenal Match at Bayern Munich

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka went off with an apparent injury ten minutes into Wednesday's Champions League match against Bayern Munich.

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Early setback in Munich

Arsenal suffered an early setback in their Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. Winger Bukayo Saka had to be substituted after just ten minutes of play at the start of the game.

The England winger played a pass from the right side of the pitch before going down. He looked to be in immediate discomfort, grabbing his left thigh while on the ground.

Arteta calls on Eze

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reacted without delay when Saka went down. Arteta motioned toward his substitutes on the bench to make an immediate change.

Eberechi Eze was sent on to replace Saka with the score remaining at 0-0. Saka did not stay on the sidelines and walked straight down the tunnel to the dressing room for treatment.

Instant impact for the Gunners

Arsenal entered the match aiming to extend their perfect start to the Champions League League Phase. The early injury did not stop their momentum for long.

Just minutes after coming off the bench, Eze made a direct impact on the game. He fired a first time volley past Bayern Munich keeper Manuel Neuer to give the Gunners the lead.

What it means for the next game

Arsenal vs Everton (Premier League, Sat, 24 Oct): Arsenal win 64%, draw 23%, Everton win 13%; expected goals 1.89 to 0.74. Our safest pick: Arsenal draw no bet.

Fleetwood Town vs Arsenal (Carabao Cup, Tue, 27 Oct): Fleetwood Town win 5%, draw 9%, Arsenal win 85%; expected goals 0.96 to 3.65. Our safest pick: Over 2.5 goals.