Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas says he wanted to play through the pain barrier against Porto.
The Spaniard sustained a hamstring injury against Burnley last Saturday and has been ruled out of Tuesday's Champions League last-16 second-leg clash against Jesualdo Ferreira's side.
Arsenal trail the Portuguese 2-1 from the first leg but will be without their inspirational captain at the Emirates.
Fabregas said in The Sun: "I wanted to play but the doctors recommended I rest and avoid any risk.
"I am sad to miss out because Porto is important to us. I will suffer far more than usual, having to watch from the side."
Scans have revealed that there is no major damage and there is a chance Fabregas could make his comeback against Hull this weekend.
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