Luke Shaw (Manchester United)
March 2025
Luke Shaw was back in training on Friday alongside Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro, marking a potential return after months sidelined by injury.
Shaw hasn’t featured since December and has made just three appearances this season. Persistent knee and muscle issues have plagued the 29-year-old’s availability, casting doubt on his long-term reliability at Old Trafford.
Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)
March 2025
Jackson has resumed training after recovering from a hamstring injury that kept him out since early February.
Chelsea confirmed the forward is back on the grass and could return after the international break. His recovery is timely for manager Enzo Maresca, who’s been short on attacking options due to injuries and Mudryk’s suspension. Sancho remains out of form, but Chelsea are still 4th in the table and through to the Conference League quarter-finals.
Alphonso Davies, Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)
March 2025 (post-international break)
Bayern Munich have confirmed that Alphonso Davies will miss several months due to a torn ACL, while Dayot Upamecano is out for a few weeks with knee issues.
Davies sustained a torn ACL in his right knee while on duty with Canada in their 2-1 win over the USA. He will undergo surgery immediately. Upamecano, who helped France beat Croatia in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals, was diagnosed with loose bodies in his left knee and will be unavailable for several weeks. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl acknowledged the heavy blow, but expressed confidence in the squad’s depth to navigate through the injuries.
Ryan Teague, Melbourne Victory/Australia
March 2025
Despite approaches from both China and Malaysia due to his heritage, Ryan Teague has reaffirmed his commitment to the Australian national team. Teague is in the Socceroos squad and could debut against China in their World Cup qualifier.
Eligible through his mother (China) and Malaysian heritage, Teague received direct outreach from both nations but deferred to his agent. He confirmed his lifelong goal has been to represent Australia. Teague has become one of the A-League’s standout midfielders this season.
The Premier League title race has been notably influenced by injuries to key players across several top clubs, affecting team performances and league standings.
Arsenal’s Injury Woes
Arsenal’s campaign has been disrupted by injuries, particularly in their attacking lineup. The team lost Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz within weeks, with the latter two ruled out for the season, leaving the Gunners without their primary strikers.
Manchester City’s Defensive Challenges
Manchester City has faced defensive instability due to injuries. The team has had to adapt to various center-back pairings throughout the season, impacting their defensive consistency.
Liverpool’s Resilience Amid Injuries
Despite injuries, Liverpool has maintained a strong title challenge. The team has managed to cope with absences, showcasing depth and adaptability in their squad.
Chelsea’s Struggles
Chelsea has also been affected by injuries, leading to inconsistent performances and challenges in maintaining a title challenge. Injuries have undeniably played a role in shaping the Premier League title race this season, highlighting the importance of squad depth and adaptability in enduring a demanding campaign.
Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United / England)
24 March 2025
Gordon has pulled out of England’s squad after sustaining a hip injury during Friday’s 2-0 win over Albania.
The winger came off the bench but picked up a knock in his 15-minute cameo. He has now returned to Newcastle for further assessment and will miss Monday’s World Cup qualifier against Latvia.
Alisson Becker, Liverpool/Brazil
21 March 2025 (sustained during Thursday’s World Cup qualifier)
Alisson has withdrawn from the Brazil squad due to a concussion suffered in a collision with Davinson Sánchez during Brazil’s 2-1 win over Colombia.
He will return to Liverpool for further medical assessment and will miss Brazil’s upcoming match against Argentina. His availability for Liverpool’s April 2 clash with Everton is uncertain.
Riccardo Calafiori, Italy & Arsenal
22 March 2025
Calafiori will miss Italy’s Nations League quarterfinal second leg vs. Germany after suffering a knee sprain in Thursday’s first leg. He has returned to Arsenal.
The 22-year-old slipped and injured his knee in added time of Italy’s 2-1 loss at San Siro. He has already missed nine Premier League games this season due to similar issues.
Andy Robertson, Liverpool
March 2025 (ahead of Scotland’s Nations League playoff)
Robertson rejected speculation about his Liverpool future, insisting he remains the club’s first-choice left-back despite transfer rumors.
The 31-year-old addressed criticism of his form after recovering from an ankle ligament injury, stating he has performed consistently and remains confident in his abilities. He also emphasized his pride in eight years at the club.
