Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is quietly confident that Cesc Fabregas' hamstring injury is not as bad as first feared.
Wenger immediately ruled his captain out of the clash against Hull on Saturday, although the injury may not be as bad as first feared.
"Cesc had a scan (on Thursday)," said Wenger. "We have not had the result yet.
"The only thing that is sure is that he will not play on Saturday.
"Beyond that, it all depends on the scan. Is it a tightness that just presents a small risk on Saturday or is it a slight strain - grade one or two? We'll know that later.
"If it is a tear it is a small one and the maximum would be 10 days. So it is not long-term."