Arsenal Hit by Injury Concerns as Arteta Provides Update on Ben White and Calafiori After West Ham Win

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed a double injury concern following his side’s narrow 1-0 win over West Ham United at the London Stadium on Sunday.

Leandro Trossard’s 82nd-minute strike secured all three points for the Gunners, keeping them five points clear of Manchester City in the title race. However, the victory was overshadowed by fitness worries over key defenders.

Ben White was forced off in the first half after suffering a knee issue and was replaced by Martin Zubimendi, while Riccardo Calafiori also did not return after the break and was substituted for Cristhian Mosquera.

Speaking after the match, Arteta admitted concern over White’s condition:

“We don’t know [the severity] but it doesn’t look good at all. He needs some further testing tomorrow probably and I will know a bit more.”

Opinion: Arsenal’s Title Push Now Faces Its First Real Test of Depth

While the win over West Ham United keeps Arsenal in control of the title race, the injuries to Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori arrive at the worst possible moment.

This stage of the season is where squads are truly tested—not just in quality, but in depth and resilience. For a team chasing Manchester City in a tight race, losing defensive stability can quickly become a turning point.

Arteta has built a team known for structure and consistency, and that system heavily relies on defensive balance. Any prolonged absence in that backline could force tactical adjustments at a critical time.

Still, title-winning sides often survive these setbacks. The coming days and medical updates will determine whether this becomes a minor scare—or a defining twist in Arsenal’s season.