Timber Breaks Social Media Silence After Injury Scare vs Everton

Jurrien Timber has broken his social media silence following an injury scare that forced him off the pitch during Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Everton on Saturday.

The Dutch defender was withdrawn in the 37th minute at the Emirates Stadium after failing to shake off a leg problem sustained in a clash with Iliman Ndiye. Cristhian Mosquera replaced Timber with the score still goalless.

Arsenal eventually secured all three points through late goals from Viktor Gyokeres and substitute Max Dowman, with the academy graduate’s counter-attacking strike in stoppage time sealing the victory.

Timber’s Social Media Activity

Following the match, Timber shared Dowman’s celebratory Instagram post on his own story, adding a red heart emoji. According to Football London, this represents the full-back’s only social media activity since picking up the knock against the Toffees.

The 25-year-old’s decision to share Dowman’s post suggests he remains in good spirits despite the injury concern. Mikel Arteta was not asked about Timber’s condition in his post-match press conference, leaving uncertainty over the defender’s availability for upcoming fixtures.

Crucial Period Ahead

The timing of Timber’s injury could prove problematic for Arsenal, who face a demanding fixture schedule across four competitions. The Gunners return to action on Tuesday night for the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Bayer Leverkusen, with the tie delicately poised at 1-1 following Kai Havertz‘s late penalty in Germany.

Arsenal then face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, March 22, before taking on Championship side Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals after the international break.

The north London side currently sit in a strong position across all competitions, making Timber’s potential absence a concern for Arteta’s squad depth. The versatile defender has been a key figure this season, offering pace and attacking thrust down the flanks.

Arsenal’s medical team will assess Timber’s condition ahead of the Leverkusen clash, with the club hoping the injury proves minor enough to avoid an extended spell on the sidelines during this crucial phase of the campaign.