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Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori says Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso called him more often than his mother did over the last four months

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

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Named to bench Calafiori (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Calafiori looked to be a no-doubt option for Wednesday after he trained, and this has come to fruition, with the defender an option from the bench. He will likely test his legs and continue to fight for time at left-back with Piero Hincapie moving forward.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could return versus Leverkusen Calafiori (undisclosed) is traveling with the squad for Wednesday's UCL matchup against Bayer Leverkusen, with coach Mikel Arteta mentioning that both Calafiori and Leandro Trossar...

Impact Calafiori should be available Wednesday, though it remains to be seen if he'll bounce back straight into a starting role or come off the bench after resuming training in during the week. The defender, who got hurt during an FA Cup meeting with Mansfield, had previously seen limited playing time as part of a rotation with Piero Hincapie at left-back, with the Italian offering the most offensive-minded option between those two players.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Training Tuesday Calafiori (undisclosed) was back in training Tuesday ahead of Wednesday's match against Leverkusen, according to his club.

Impact Calafiori was forced off the field in Saturday's FA Cup match but appears to be on the mend and ready for a quick turnaround, with the defender already back in training. This is major news for the club as they get set for a UCL knockout phase bout, earning back another left-back option. The question heading into the match is whether he is fit enough to start, with Piero Hincapie as another option.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 7 • goal

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Forced off after treatment Calafiori (undisclosed) received treatment before being forced off in the second half of Saturday's FA Cup clash against Manfield.

Impact Calafiori needed treatment before being forced off in the 77th minute of Saturday's FA Cup clash with Mansfield after appearing to pick up an injury. The left-back is set to undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue, with Arsenal hoping it proves minor ahead of Wednesday's Champions League showdown with Leverkusen. If he's unable to go for that matchup, the door could open for Piero Hincapie to step into a larger role on the left side of the Gunners' back line.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

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Picked for bench Calafiori (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Wolves.

Impact Calafiori is fit, and an option after a slight injury left him out over the weekend, with the defender now an option from the bench. He will look to test his legs before returning to a starting role, likely to replace Piero Hincapie at left-back.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Wednesday Calafiori (undisclosed) has trained and is an option for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "He's fine, he was training with us today. He's feeli...

Impact Calafiori is not going to be sidelined very long after he was dropped from the team in warmups over the weekend, with the defender avoiding any injury, and already an option. He will likely still go through some testing to decide how fit he is, not wanting to risk the defender's health. With 17 starts in 19 appearances, he will expect to return to the starting XI, although they may be cautious and start Myles Lewis-Skelly instead.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Injured during warmups Calafiori was injured during warmups and is out for Sunday's match against Wigan Athletic.

Impact Calafiori had to be replaced from the starting XI Sunday, with the defender injured during warmups and dropping from the team sheet completely. The club will likely see him for further testing after the match, with little available about the situation at the moment. Myles Lewis-Skelly received the start at left-back in his place, as Bukayo Saka replaced him in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 13 • FOX SPORTS

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FEBRUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

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In starting XI Wednesday Calafiori (strain) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's UCL matchup versus Kairat.

Impact Calafiori has been surprisingly included in the initial lineup despite coming off a one-month absence, but it's unclear how much playing time he's ready for. With Myles Lewis-Skelly also featuring against Kairat, the Italian could play in a central spot, focusing on defensive duties while he's on the field.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Features in practice Calafiori (strain) has trained Tuesday after missing the last month of action due to injury, Simon Collings of The Sun reports.

Impact Calafiori might still need more time to be ready to start, but his comeback could be close in upcoming weeks. He should eventually be a solid alternative to Myles Lewis-Skelly and Piero Hincapie at left-back. Prior to the issue, Calafiori racked up 24 shots, 23 crosses, 45 clearances, one goal and three assists in 19 appearances across all competitions.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Another match out Calafiori (strain) is out for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Calafiori will extend his absence for yet another match, missing an eighth straight game due to a strain. A return for the defender is still up in the air, with no clear return date, having two chances to play this week, facing Kairat on Wednesday and Leeds on Saturday.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Sunday Calafiori (strain) is uncertain for Sunday's game against Manchester United, manager Mikel Arteta told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "We still have another trai...

Impact Calafiori has yet to play in 2026 due to a muscular strain, but it seems he has a chance of returning to the squad if everything goes well in Saturday's training session. If healthy, Calafiori should contend for a starting role on the left side of the defense. Myles Lewis-Skelly has been playing at left-back in the meantime.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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Arsenal have been left concerned over the long-term fitness of Kai Havertz after the striker sustained a setback in his recovery from a knee...

JANUARY 22 • goal

Arsenal dealt another injury blow! Kai Havertz suffers another setback in recovery from knee issue

Bukayo Saka Injury: Arsenal's Mikel Arteta on Confirms Star Not 100% Healthy

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JANUARY 18 • FOX SPORTS

Bukayo Saka Injury: Arsenal's Mikel Arteta on Confirms Star Not 100% Healthy

Still needs a few more weeks Calafiori is set to miss a few more weeks as he recovers from a muscle injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "It's a muscle injury. He's progressing, but we don't know. I thin...

Impact Calafiori has been out for around the past two weeks and will continue his absence, as the defender is still a few weeks away. That said, he is dealing with a strain, and the club is taking his return cautiously to avoid aggravating the injury. With a return date still up in the air, the soonest it appears he could return is Jan. 25 against Manchester United, likely to miss out against Nottingham on Jan. 17 and Inter Milan on Jan. 20.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still not ready to return Calafiori (undisclosed) won't be an option for Sunday's Carabao Cup game against Portsmouth, coach Mikel Arteta said in the press conference. "I don't think so. I think that game i...

Impact Calafiori missed the last four games due to an undisclosed injury and will miss a fifth game in a row since Sunday's Carabao Cup game against Portsmouth is coming too early for him. The Italian will hope to be back available for next Saturday's Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest since he was a regular starter at left-back for the Gunners prior to his injury. Until then, Piero Hincapie and Myles Lewis-Skelly are the main options to replace him in the defense.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains unavailable Calafiori (undisclosed) is not an option for Thursday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "No, they are out again. I think [they could be back] pretty soo...

Impact Calafiori is going to sit out another match as he awaits his return to play from an undisclosed injury, with the defender set to miss a fourth straight game due to the injuries. This will leave the likes of Piero Hincapie or Myles Lewis-Skelly to see the start at left-back, as the club continue without their regular. He is nearing the final stages of his recovery, with a return to play potentially coming in their next league match against Nottingham Forest on Jan. 17.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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