Ben White forced off with groin issue at Sunderland

Arsenal's defender lasted only until half-time after visibly struggling with a groin problem.

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What happened. Ben White appeared to suffer a groin injury during Arsenal's clash with Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. He was grimacing and holding his groin late in the first half and was replaced by Jurrien Timber at the break.

• White was seen grimacing and holding his crutch before the interval.
• Jurrien Timber came on at half-time for his return to action.
• Timber had only recently recovered from minor summer surgery.

Arsenal will assess White's groin problem, with Timber's return offering cover after his own injury layoff.

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