Delving into the Premier League title race, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta shares valuable advice he received from the club’s legendary figure, Arsene Wenger.
As the season progresses towards its critical stages, Arteta has been tapping into the wisdom of the seasoned Frenchman.
A notable fact is that Wenger remains the last Arsenal manager to secure the title back in the remarkable 2003/2004 season.
Taking a trip down memory lane, it’s been two decades since the Invincibles triumphed at the iconic White Hart Lane.
Looking ahead, Arteta leads his table-topping squad to the Tottenham Stadium this Sunday, aiming to clinch a crucial victory in the North London derby and sustain their momentum in the title pursuit.
“I’ve had several conversations with him (Wenger). Discussions encompassed their championship-winning strategies and insights from the latter part of the season. These conversations from my player days are ingrained in my memory,” Arteta shared.
“As we reach this decisive phase of the season, the emphasis lies on securing victories at all costs. Wenger often emphasized the diverse approaches to winning titles – recalling how they secured victories by the narrowest of margins. The key takeaway was always about those fine margins and the pivotal moments when someone steps up to seize the opportunity,” he added.