Hincapie and Zubimendi injured in post-match training session

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said it was “far from ideal” that midfielder Piero Hincapie and defender Martin Zubimendi sustained injuries during a post‑match training session. The comment was made following the club’s recent game, although details of the match or the nature of the injuries were not provided. Arteta’s remarks highlighted concern for the players’ welfare and the impact the setbacks could have on the squad’s preparation. No further information about recovery timelines or replacement options was included in the statement. The incident was reported by the BBC on 12 October 2026 under its sports coverage. No additional comments from the injured players or medical staff were included in the report.