Arsenal have confirmed that winger Noni Madueke is set to miss up to six to eight weeks following a knee injury sustained during their 1–1 draw with Manchester City. While the setback is significant, early reports suggest that he has not suffered damage to his ACL, offering a sliver of relief to both the club and the player.
The injury forced Madueke off at halftime, limping down the tunnel, in a match where he had been influential before the knock. Manager Mikel Arteta described the situation as serious but not catastrophic, emphasizing that further scanning will clarify the full extent of the damage.
Given the six-to-eight-week timeline, Madueke could well be sidelined until mid-November, potentially missing a series of domestic and European fixtures. Arsenal’s injury report is already concerning, with several key attackers already unavailable or working their way back to fitness.
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While the news is a blow, avoiding ACL damage is a positive sign. ACL injuries often carry rehabilitation periods of six months or more; by contrast, muscular or soft-tissue knee injuries, though still serious, tend to allow for a return within a more manageable window when treated properly.
Once scans and consultations are complete, Arsenal’s medical team will lay out a phased recovery plan. This may include rest, physiotherapy, strengthening exercises, and monitored progression before Madueke can return to full training and competitive action.
For now, Arsenal and fans alike will be hoping for a smooth recovery. Madueke had made an immediate impression since arriving at the Emirates, and his absence is a significant blow. But with no ACL damage, there remains optimism that he will return still capable of contributing in the remainder of the season.
