Before Arsenal plays Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Champions League quarterfinal, Mikel Arteta has updated the injury reports for Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka and Arsenal.

In the latter minutes of the Gunners’ loss against Aston Villa, captain Arteta was substituted out, and he subsequently acknowledged that the reason for the change was maybe an injury. He said to Sky Sports following the game, “He had an issue, that’s why [he was taken off].”

In response to a follow-up question at the press conference, Arteta stated, “He was feeling something.” Odegaard’s appearance in team practice at London Colney on Tuesday allayed some of the doubts regarding his fitness, despite initial reservations.

Saka was also seen hobbling in the last moments of the match against Villa, and Arteta has since been questioned about developments regarding the two key players. He stated on Tuesday, “Hopefully (they’ll be fit).” We have less than 48 hours to recover today. We haven’t really trained much. We’ll evaluate them to find out their condition.”

Saka and Odegaard are expected to start together against Bayern at Allianz Arena because they both participated in the training session at London Colney. It is anticipated that Jorginho will make a comeback to the starting lineup, which would force Kai Havertz to play up top once more.

Regarding Bayern, Thomas Tuchel has acknowledged that a crucial pair will play despite his numerous injury concerns. Leroy [Sane] can play if he bites his teeth, and Manu [Manuel Neuer] can play. Leroy is forced to clench his teeth because Serge [Gnabry] and Kingsley [Coman] are not accessible.”

Tuchel discussed his team’s chances of winning the tie at his press conference. He declared, “We need everything.” “The same commitment, enthusiasm, group efforts, and tactical discipline. The same one that separates the first leg from us. The victor will advance, while the loser will be eliminated.

“We want the same vibe that the London fans were able to create. That could motivate the group. It’s critical that every fan arrives prepared to cheer on the team. To defeat Arsenal, we must have that extra percentage.”