The scene that Arsenal doesn t want to see is that Saka s hamstring is strained, and may miss the next round of Liverpool

Argentina's key game against Liverpool, its preparations may become extremely complicated due to Bukayo Saka's injury problems.

In the first half of the team's last 5-0 victory over Leeds United, Saka suddenly pulled his body in a sprint and subsequent pass and was forced to leave the field. The England international looked very frustrated before the game and made it clear that he felt uncomfortable with his left hamstring.

[A timetable that determines fate]

Although the severity of hamstring injuries varies, judging from the initial signs at the scene, it is more like a strain.

Usually, the medical team will divide hamstring problems into three levels:

1: Mild strain, which usually requires a recovery period of 2-4 weeks.

2: Moderate strain, expected absence time of 4-6 weeks.

3: Severe tear, the player may need to rest for 8 to 12 weeks, or even longer.

According to the mechanism when Saka was injured, the initial expectation in the medical community is that his injury may be first or second. If the situation is true, it may take 2 to 6 weeks to heal. The specific time will depend on the results of the next scan.

For Arsenal, this time node is of great significance. If it is just a first-degree strain, Saka may return in time to catch up with the game against Liverpool. But if it is a second-degree strain, he will be completely unable to participate in this top-ranked battle.

【The blessing in disgrace: it was not a recurrence of an old injury]

For Arsenal fans, an encouraging news was that this hamstring injury, which he had to undergo surgery last year, happened on a different leg. This difference eases people's concerns about his recurrence of his old injury and can also alleviate their fear of long-term injuries. However, any hamstring injury is at risk of recurrence, and Arsenal will be very cautious in managing his recovery. The

club's medical staff, expected to scan him within the next 48 hours, will make it clearer about the severity of the injury and the possible date of return. Before this, Arsenal's preparations for the game against Liverpool will still be shrouded in a cloud of uncertainty.

【How the Gunners fight against Liverpool without Saka] Whether Saka can play may play a decisive role in Arsenal's strategy against Liverpool. His creativity, his speed, and his ability to dribble under pressure make him the absolute core of Mikel Arteta's tactical system. Without him, major personnel and tactical adjustments would be inevitable.

Arsenal's offensive lineup depth will be severely tested. However, no one on the team can perfectly replicate Saka, his diligence on the defensive end and his explosiveness on the offensive end. This also highlights his importance in high-intensity matches, especially against Liverpool.

The key question at present is: whether the scan results will show that Saka's injury is mild enough to allow him to recover quickly. Arsenal fans, as well as Liverpool fans, will closely monitor the developments in the coming days.

Gun fans, how nervous are you now? If Saka really can't play, who do you think Arteta should use to replace him?