Andrey Arshavin, Arsenals prized midfielder has been sidelined after aggravating a groin injury that has been bothering him since the match at Old Trafford.  The re-injury took place during Russia’s face off with Wales on Wednesday where he was played for the whole 90 minute match. This did lead to a 3-1 Victory over Wales, but certainly did not help out Arsenals already hurting lineup.

It is too early to know when Arshavin, Arsenals brilliant playmaker will be able to play again, but he has been ruled out for the next three matches where Arsenal will have to face off against Manchester City, Standard Liege, and Wigan Athletic.

“He will be out for Saturday, for Wednesday and certainly as well for Wigan.”

Arsene Wenger has also expressed his pure disappointment due to Arshavin’s injury and has made it utterly clear that Arshavin should not have been played on Wednesday against Wales.

“I took him out at Manchester United because of a groin problem. He did not play in Russia’s first game, but played last night against Wales. He should not have played and is injured.

Without a doubt this is a big blow to Arsenal as it adds to the injured list with Djourou who was recently ruled out for six to eight months. Thankfully, it is clear that Arsenal has a great pool of talented players along with an impeccable manger that will do their very their best to overcome these unwanted circumstances.

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