Bukayo Saka has encountered another injury setback, being forced off the pitch within the first 10 minutes of Arsenal’s crucial Champions League match against Bayern Munich. The talented winger appeared to sustain a muscular injury in his thigh while attempting a pass outside the Bayern box, immediately signaling distress as he fell to the ground.

As it became clear that he could not continue, Saka received treatment before being substituted by Eberechi Eze, who had lost his starting position to Noni Madueke following a winning performance against Nottingham Forest last weekend. A visibly dejected Saka limped off the field in the 10th minute, leaving Arsenal with a tense wait to assess the severity of his injury.

Saka has been pivotal for Arsenal this season, contributing five goals across all competitions as the team aims to defend their Premier League title and improve upon their previous runners-up finish in Europe. However, this injury marks yet another challenge for the 25-year-old, who has faced fitness issues throughout his career.

Previously, Saka dealt with an Achilles problem that hindered his participation in the World Cup, and he also missed over 20 games in 2025 due to recurring hamstring injuries sustained towards the end of the previous season.

Manager Mikel Arteta is already grappling with selection issues on the wing due to Christos Tzolis’ absence, and the situation could worsen if Saka is sidelined for an extended period. An update on Saka’s condition is expected from Arteta following the match.