Tag: Arteta

If Mikel Arteta receives a booking during the upcoming clash against Manchester United, he risks being banned for Arsenal's match against Everton. Arteta finds himself in a precarious position as Arsenal navigate through their final two matches of the season. Arsenal currently sit atop the Premier League standings leading by a single point, albeit having played one more game than Manchester City. With five yellow cards already to his name this season, Arteta faces suspension if he earns another at Old Trafford, which would see him watching the Everton game from the sidelines. Earlier this season, the 42-year-old had to skip the match against Aston Villa due to his third booking of the season received in a win against Luton Town.

There is a possibility that Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, might face a ban for their upcoming game against Everton if he receives a booking during the match this Sunday against Manchester United. Arteta finds himself in a precarious position as the Gunners approach their final two fixtures for the season. Arsenal is currently leading the Premier League by a narrow margin, with one point separating them from Manchester City, although they have played one more game than the latter. Having already accumulated five yellow cards this season, Arteta risks being suspended if he receives another booking at Old Trafford, which would result in him watching the Everton match from the sidelines. Earlier in the campaign, Arteta was sidelined during Arsenal's clash against Aston Villa following ...

Set to oversea Arsenal's upcoming match against Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday is Paul Tierney. Handling Video Assistant Referee, VAR, duties will be John Brooks. Following their 4-0 defeat at Crystal Palace, Manchester United are eager to bounce back and secure a win against the Gunners. Prior to the setback at Selhurst Park, Erik ten Hag's squad managed only a 1-1 draw against Burnley on their home turf. Meanwhile, Arsenal is determined to bag all three points in their pursuit to stay competitive at the league's summit. By the time kick-off happens at Old Trafford, Mikel Arteta's side could potentially be trailing just behind Manchester City in the standings.

Former Arsenal player Nigel Winterburn has named Martin Odegaard the standout player for Arsenal this season, praising the Norwegian midfielder for his hard work. In the competition for Arsenal's Player of the Season title, Odegaard will be up against strong contenders like Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka. Odegaard, who joined Arsenal from Real Madrid, has showcased an impressive performance with 11 goals and nine assists in 46 games under manager Mikel Arteta. Winterburn expressed his thoughts on the potential winners, highlighting the exceptional performances of Saliba, Saka, and Odegaard. He mentioned, "Whoever gets that award will fully deserve it." Regarding his personal choice, Winterburn stated, "I would pick Odegaard. I admire his style of play and the effort he puts in for the te...

In a recent commentary, former Arsenal star Ian Wright has singled out midfielder Declan Rice as the pivotal player transforming Mikel Arteta’s team. Raving about the performance of the English international, Wright labeled Rice as an exceptional asset for the Gunners this season. His praise came following Rice's instrumental role in Arsenal's convincing 3-0 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League last Saturday. During the Match of the Day analysis, Wright emphasized Rice's versatility, stating, “He is the game-changer for us, capable of seamlessly adapting to any midfield role. His adaptability and performance have been pivotal for Arsenal's recent success," Wright commended. "Rice's impact on the field has been immense." Having made a high-profile move from West Ham United last...

In a crucial moment of the Premier League title race, Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola has stressed to his team the importance of not dropping any points in their remaining three fixtures. The champions displayed their strength by defeating Wolves 5-1, staying just one point behind the league leaders Arsenal, who secured a 3-0 victory over Bournemouth. With City having three games left to play and Arsenal with two, the Gunners currently hold an advantage with a superior goal difference - six goals better off than Guardiola's side. Guardiola, when asked by Sky Sports about the message sent to their title rival with the win over Wolves, responded by acknowledging Arsenal's dominant performances. Looking ahead, Guardiola emphasized the need for City to secure all nine points i...

Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, emphasized that they must win every remaining match to capture the Premier League title. Following their 5-1 victory against Wolves, Guardiola shared his thoughts with Sky Sports. City's win narrowed the gap to Arsenal to just one point, as Mikel Arteta's side triumphed 3-0 over Bournemouth in the early game. City trails Arsenal by six goals in goal difference despite their dominant performance against Wolves. Guardiola downplayed the significance of goal difference in the title race. He stated, "Relying on goal difference is not an option; we cannot afford to draw. Arsenal's consistent and impressive form makes it difficult." “We have three matches left; our aim is to secure victories in the first two and head into the final game with ou...

Joe Cole, a former midfielder for Chelsea, expressed admiration for the current Arsenal team, stating that Mikel Arteta's squad appears capable of winning the championship. His comments came after Arsenal's convincing 3-0 victory over Bournemouth in the recent Premier League fixture. Arsenal demonstrated composure and precision in their performance at the Emirates Stadium. The first goal came from Bukayo Saka's penalty just before halftime. Subsequent goals by Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice secured a comprehensive victory, propelling Arsenal to the top of the league standings. Describing Arsenal as championship material, Cole remarked, "It was a fantastic performance. They could have easily scored 3 or 4 goals in the first half; they eased off slightly in the second half but di...

Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, remains optimistic about the chances of Manchester City dropping points in the ongoing Premier League title race. Despite City having a game in hand, Arsenal has managed to clinch three consecutive wins in the league, placing them at the top of the table with a one-point lead over Pep Guardiola's team. Arteta emphasizes that there are still numerous points up for grabs in the final stretch, and Arsenal can keep the pressure on City by securing a win against Bournemouth in the early kick-off on Saturday. Putting his 'heart and soul' into it, Arteta expresses his hope for City to falter in their remaining fixtures against Wolves, Fulham, Tottenham, and West Ham. The Arsenal manager underscores the importance of maintaining their current momentum by focus...

William Gallas, a former France defender, has recommended Chelsea to re-hire Jose Mourinho as the manager for the upcoming season amid growing speculation surrounding Mauricio Pochettino's future at Stamford Bridge. Having been without a job since his dismissal by Roma in January, Mourinho is now rumored to be considered for a third spell at Chelsea. Reflecting on his successful stint at Chelsea where they secured two Premier League titles under Mourinho, Gallas expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “If Mourinho returned, it would bring excitement to the Premier League. He continued, “I believe everyone would eagerly anticipate the clash of tactics between Mourinho, Pep Guardiola, and Mikel Arteta - something extraordinary would unfold. It would be a thrilling spectacle." Responding to a...