# Arsenal’s title defence may rest on managing a fatigued squad

Arsenal faces a key challenge in their title defence, as player fatigue threatens their campaign. The club must carefully manage the fitness of a drained squad to avoid injuries and maintain competitiveness. Their success hinges on keeping key players healthy throughout the season.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/31/arsenal-mikel-arteta-injuries-fatigue-title-defence) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:00:31 GMT