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Thomas Tuchel provides an update on Arsenal stars Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka after their withdrawal from the England squad. Both players return to Arsenal following discomfort, missing the 1-1 draw against Uruguay and Tuesday's match against Japan at Wembley. Tuchel emphasizes the decision was precautionary, stating, “It made no sense to take the risk.” He confirms that the duo is undergoing further medical assessments ahead of the FA Cup clash against Southampton this weekend. Noni Madueke also exits with a knee injury, seen later in a cast. Tuchel expresses understanding for the players’ choices, highlighting their commitment to club performance. He acknowledges the challenging reality of managing player injuries at this stage of the season, noting the toll of heavy minutes across competitions. Tuchel remains focused on reconnecting team principles ahead of the upcoming trip to America.
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