Walcott Rules Out For 4 Weeks

Theo Walcott’s injury is worse than expectation. He will be ruled out for 3-4 weeks. Arsene Wenger announce the news to the reporters after leaving for the Champion League game against AZ Alkmaar.

Theo Walcott, Injured, Birmingham

Theo Walcott limped off in the first half of 3-1 win over Birmingham. He got a tough challenge from Liam Ridgewell. That was the his first start of the season. Theo Walcott might have to wait for at least one month for another start.

“The news is not good,” confirmed Wenger to http://www.freebetsnow.co.uk. “We are without Theo Walcott for longer than expected.

“We thought it would be just 48 hours but it is a medial knee ligament, which is what I feared after the game. He will be out for three to four weeks.”

Theo Walcott’s teammate, Tomas Rosicky has also been ruled out for the game against AZ Alkmaar with a knee problem. Arsene Wenger expects him to be ready for the premier league game in weekend. Gael Clichy is declared fit after an ankle injury.