ARTETA SINGLES OUT ARSENAL STAR FOR EXCEPTIONAL WORK RATE AGAINST ATLETICO
Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal's dominant 4-0 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid. He praised the team's belief and Viktor Gyokeres' goal-scoring brace after a tough start, highlighting a vital European victory.
Mikel Arteta was thrilled with his team's performance in the Champions League glory.
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Following Tuesday night's Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid, Mikel Arteta has been speaking out.
After Arsenal's tenacious victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday, Mikel Arteta expressed his happiness. At the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners easily defeated Atleti, although the score line was somewhat disappointing. It was an excellent match until Gabriel Magalhaes scored in the 57th minute, but Arsenal was well worth their victory.
The following goal was scored by Gabriel Martinelli, and Viktor Gyokeres joined in to make it three goals in ten minutes. The striker's second goal brought the total to four goals in thirteen minutes. Arsenal now sits third in the Champions League league phase standings, one goal behind Inter Milan and two behind PSG. Real Madrid and Bayern Munich may theoretically overtake them on Wednesday based on goal differential.
With five games left and his team having won three of their last three games in the competition, Arsenal manager Arteta will not be concerned about that at this early point. "The match was difficult. They somewhat opened out after the goal, making it a little simpler for us to locate the areas. "Very pleased with the outcome," he said to Prime Video following the match.
"You really have to step up at this level in the Champions League, and we accomplished it in every play. Very pleased.
"Happy as he absolutely deserved it," Arteta said when asked about Gyokeres' brace following a challenging start in front of goal for the striker since joining Arsenal. He contributes an exceptional work rate to the team. We appreciate everything he does for the team, and seeing his teammates today brought him the biggest joy. I hope this is the beginning of some stunning scenes.
Declan Rice provided another outstanding moment for Arsenal, helping to break up a close game with a precise ball that assisted Gabriel's opening goal. Arteta praised the speech, saying, "It was wonderful." "We could have scored in the first half, but different people are scoring goals, and we have the capacity to score those kinds of goals." We wish to keep going and get better.
"Belief is huge in sport, and it generates a better togetherness between us and supporters," Arteta continued when discussing the victory and its effect on the fans. Now let us concentrate on Sunday.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.