Arsenal's Mikel Arteta provided insights into his decision to substitute Jurrien Timber during their impressive 2-0 victory against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League.
The match, held at the Emirates Stadium, saw goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, who scored in the 19th and 35th minutes, respectively.
The substitution of Timber at half-time raised questions among fans and analysts. Arteta clarified that the move was a precautionary measure due to Timber experiencing some discomfort. "We didn't want to take any risks with Jurrien," Arteta explained. "He felt something, and we decided it was best to bring him off to avoid any potential injury aggravation."
Timber, who started at right-back, was replaced at the beginning of the second half. This strategic decision aimed to maintain the team's defensive stability while ensuring Timber's fitness for upcoming matches.
Looking ahead, Arsenal's next fixture is against Southampton in the Premier League. The match is scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Emirates Stadium. This game will be crucial for Arsenal as they aim to continue their strong start to the season and build on their recent successes in both domestic and European competitions.
Arsenal fans will be eagerly anticipating another strong performance from their team, with hopes that Timber will be fit to return to action.
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