Saliba injury scare days before the World Cup
William Saliba could miss the World Cup after aggravating an injury during Saturday's Champions League final. The Arsenal defender is a key starter for France, and his potential absence has set off alarm bells across the French camp (1) (3). Voetbalprimeur reports that Saliba was not fully fit heading into the final, and the situation has worsened, his World Cup participation is now in serious doubt (5).
Six stabbed, 24 arrested after title parade
Sunday's Premier League victory parade in London turned violent, with six people stabbed and 24 arrested, according to the Guardian. The stabbings overshadowed what should have been a day of celebration for Arsenal fans (2) (6). The club has not yet released a statement.
Three Arsenal players in Champions League Team of the Season
David Raya, Gabriel Magalhães, and Declan Rice have all been named in the Champions League Team of the Season. The recognition comes despite the penalty shootout heartbreak in Budapest, a nod to how strong Arsenal's European campaign was right up to the final kick (4).
Gabriel's shirt sales explode after penalty miss
In a bizarre twist, Gabriel Magalhães has seen his shirt sales skyrocket after missing the decisive penalty in Saturday's shootout against PSG. VI reports that Arsenal fans have rallied around the Brazilian centre-back, turning a painful moment into a display of loyalty (7).
Fan reactions
Gunners on Reddit are in full parade mode, both celebrating the Premier League title and processing the Champions League final loss. Declan Rice's defiant "jealousy everywhere" line has struck a chord, while a clip of Marquinhos and Martinelli embracing has fans reminiscing about the Brazilian connection at the club. Read the full thread
