Arsenal playmaker Andrey Arshavin believes he could be out of action for up to three weeks.

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Arsenal playmaker Andrey Arshavin believes he could be out of action for up to three weeks. The Russia international limped off the pitch inside half-an-hour in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash with Barcelona at Emirates Stadium. He was one of three players who suffered an injury setback in what was to be a remarkable comeback from the Gunners, who snatched a 2-2 draw against their Spanish opponents having fought back from a two-goal deficit. That result may have come at a significant cost, though, with Cesc Fabregas, William Gallas and Arshavin all missing for the return leg."Perhaps I won't be able to play for another two or three weeks," said Arshavin on his. "It is not a relapse of my old injury, this is a new one." Arshavin still believes his side are more than capable of giving a good account of themselves in Spain despite having so many influential players out. "The rest of the players will play to win," he said. "They showed great character on Wednesday. Barcelona had a good start but we found our way back. "There is one more match ahead, and there is still hope."