Arteta: Odegao feels the injury is not optimistic, Rice takes the initiative to ask for a replacement after suffering from back pain

In the 7th round of the Premier League, Arsenal 2-0 West Ham United at home. Arsenal coach Arteta attended a press conference after the game and mentioned the injury issues of Odge and Rice.

- Odegao's injury

"He had a knee collision and felt uncomfortable immediately. I just talked to him and he felt not optimistic. He is wearing protective gear now, and we have to wait for the doctor's examination results. Unfortunately, we have not been very lucky in this regard."

"We have not been able to use him continuously since the beginning of the season. First there were two shoulder injuries, and now it is this injury. We have to wait for the examination results. We will find a solution, but obviously the captain can bring different levels to the team, especially on the offensive end. Hopefully this time it is not too serious."

- Rice's injury

"He doesn't feel good and takes the initiative to make substitutions, which is rare. He has a back pain and can't hold on. We need to check the specific situation, because it's very unusual for Rice."