Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is unhappy about UEFA’s decision to swap Tottenham’s Europa League ties ahead of a big north London derby. The local rivals had both been drawn away from home for the Europa League round of 16, first leg – but under UEFA rules, two clubs from the same city cannot play on […]
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Mikel Arteta provides Emile Smith Rowe injury update
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he’s hopeful that the injury Emile Smith Rowe sustained in a 3-1 win against Leicester is not ‘too bad’. The midfielder was selected to start at the King Power Stadium but he was removed shortly before half-time and replaced by Martin Odegaard. The youngster was one of five players to […]
Mikel Arteta reacts to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's missed chances vs Benfica
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal left their Europa League last-32 tie ‘open’ with a lack of ‘ruthlessness’ in front of goal against Benfica but insisted Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was ‘unlucky’ with his missed chances in the first leg. Aubameyang passed up a golden opportunity to break the deadlock as he side-footed wide of the post from close […]
Mikel Arteta wants Arsenal to regain ruthless streak against 'energetic' Leeds
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have lost their ruthless streak after back-to-back defeats but is confident the Gunners can turn things around in Sunday’s match against Leeds, live on Sky Sports. Arsenal have dropped into the bottom half of the Premier League table after defeats to Aston Villa and Wolves, with the north London club managing […]
Mikel Arteta on online abuse: Arsenal boss reveals social media threats towards his family
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed his family have been threatened on social media, saying more needs to be done to protect footballers, managers and officials who are “exposed” to hate. The Premier League, FA, EFL, WSL, Women’s Championship, PFA, LMA, PGMOL and Kick It Out all co-signed an open letter to Twitter CEO Jack […]
Mikel Arteta admits Aubameyang has been 'emotionally drained'
Mikel Arteta admits Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been ’emotionally drained’ since his mother was struck by illness – but the Arsenal boss is confident he can help them down Aston Villa in crucial game in race for a top-six spot Mikel Arteta said Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been ’emotionally drained’ The Gunners captain’s mother has been struck […]
Mikel Arteta reveals Granit Xhaka feared abuse by Arsenal fans following red card in December
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has revealed that Granit Xhaka feared abuse by the club’s fans following his red card versus Burnley in December. The Switzerland midfielder was sent off as his side lost 1-0 to the Clarets at the Emirates Stadium, a year after he clashed with Arsenal fans during a 2-2 draw against Crystal […]
Liverpool closer to Ozan Kabak transfer as key part of deal nears completion
Liverpool are edging closer to signing Ozan Kabak, as a key component in making the transfer happen is very nearly complete. The Schalke defender has emerged as a top target for the Reds this January, with Liverpool ready to bring him in on an initial loan deal worth £2.5million. Liverpool will then be obliged to […]
Mikel Arteta explains why he took off Gabriel Martinelli at half-time vs Man Utd
Mikel Arteta revealed his decision to haul Gabriel Martinelli off at half-time during Saturday’s draw against Manchester United was purely ‘tactical’. The versatile Brazilian forward started on the left-hand side of Arsenal’s forward line in the continued absence of captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, but struggled to make an impact. United looked particularly dangerous down their own […]
Ian Wright hails Mikel Arteta's Arsenal 'game-changer' after Southampton win
Ian Wright hailed the influence of Thomas Partey following Arsenal’s 3-1 win at Southampton which moved Arsenal up to eighth in the congested Premier League table and into Champions League qualifying contention. The Gunners were beaten at St Mary’s on Saturday, surrendering the FA Cup trophy they won back in the summer. Manager Mikel Arteta […]