The latest international break has brought bad news for Arsenal fans. In a UEFA Nations League matchday 3 clash between Greece and the Netherlands, two Gunners players faced each other on the pitch – Christos Tzolis and Jurrien Timber.
Our winger made an early impact, but his goal was ruled out for offside against Vangelis Pavlidis, who was deemed to have interfered with the goalkeeper. That was not the end of the Greek international’s problems: in the 18th minute, Tzolis was forced off, holding the back of his thigh. He was replaced by Georgios Masouras.
The match itself was an entertaining affair, featuring a late goal, but that is no longer important to Arsenal supporters. During this international break, the team have already lost at least two key attacking players. While Kai Havertz’s absence can more or less be covered by bringing in Viktor Gyökeres, finding a replacement for Tzolis is a puzzle that Mikel Arteta must now solve.
Moreover, a hamstring injury is always followed by a lengthy and unpleasant recovery process. In any case, Arsenal fans now have even more reasons to dislike international fixtures.
Author: MissingHenry
