Arteta Eyes League Cup Redemption Amidst Arsenal's Injury Crisis

Arsenal’s players sank to the turf after the final whistle as their late-season title charge ends just short earlier this season. After months of consistency and belief, the margin proved unforgiving, and it was another reminder for Mikel Arteta’s side that in modern football, excellence does not always guarantee reward.

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Arteta Eyes League Cup Redemption Amidst Arsenal's Injury Crisis

•Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces a defensive injury crisis ahead of the League Cup semi-final first leg against Chelsea.
•Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori are confirmed out, while William Saliba and Leandro Trossard are doubtful.
•The team is left with only four senior defenders for the crucial match, including 16-year-old Marli Salmon.
•Arteta is determined to seek redemption in the League Cup after last season's semi-final exit to Newcastle United.
•Chelsea's new manager Liam Rosenior will face a fellow Premier League club for the first time.

Why It Matters: Arsenal, hit by defensive injuries, seeks League Cup redemption against Chelsea under Arteta's leadership.

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