Saliba back injury leaves Arsenal defensive crisis

Arsenal have shipped seven goals in three pre-season games as Saliba's absence exposes their back line.

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What happened. William Saliba is sidelined with a significant back injury expected to keep him out for an extended period, leaving Arsenal short of defensive cover ahead of the Community Shield.

• Arsenal conceded seven goals in three pre-season games, six in the last two.
• Jurrien Timber is still weeks away from returning from injury.
• Mikel Arteta's side face Man City on Sunday with a makeshift defense.

Arsenal must shore up their defense before facing Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday.

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