Arsenal’s season continues to be disrupted by injuries and illnesses, with the team struggling to maintain consistency in their squad. Fitness problems have plagued the Gunners, leaving them little room to breathe as they push to stay competitive.

Arsenal goalscorer Ethan Nwaneri was substituted at half-time against Brighton & Hove Albion because of a muscular injury, Mikel Arteta has said. The 17-year-old opened the scoring for Arsenal in the first half with a composed finish but Brighton secured a 1-1 draw thanks to Joao Pedro’s penalty,

Arsenal failed to put the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool when drawing away to Brighton last night as Mikel Arteta left surprised by penalty decision