Arteta Examines Arsenal’s Setbacks, Praises Liverpool, and Discusses Squad Size

Arsenal Manager Looks Back on Rough Season

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assessed his team’s Premier League season, acknowledging a step back in progress, particularly in comparison to title-chasing Liverpool.

We’ve taken a step back this season. We can’t hide from that and we have to get back to where we were and, obviously, try to be closer to the top. – Mikel Arteta

Arteta Praises Liverpool’s Consistency

The Gunners face Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, and Arteta had only high praise for the defending champions.

They are one of the most difficult teams to opponent in the world, the amount of games that they’ve won in the last few years is because of the way that they go about things. – Mikel Arteta

Arteta Sheds Light on Arsenal’s ‘Super Short’ Squad

The Spaniard attributed their struggles, in part, to their small squad size, which has been exacerbated by injuries.

We have a super short squad, and we’ve had to deal with several injuries. – Mikel Arteta

Arteta: “At times we’ve had to play with midfielders up front, which is not the ideal situation. But it is what it is and we have to find solutions.”

Pain of Guard of Honour to Drive Arsenal Forward

Having to welcome Liverpool onto the pitch for a guard of honour before the match will serve as motivation for his team, Arteta believes.

The pain of having to do that should be a really strong motivation for them to go and perform at the best level they can. – Mikel Arteta

FAQs

• Q: Why has Arsenal struggled this season? A: Mikel Arteta suggests a ‘super short’ squad and injuries have contributed to their struggles.
• Q: How does Arteta rate Arsenal’s season? A: The Arsenal manager believes his team has taken a step back this season.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reflected on his team’s season ahead of their clash with Liverpool. (Credit: Arsenal.com)