Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his delight at leading the Premier League title race, especially considering the competition posed by Liverpool and Manchester City.
With Arsenal currently sitting at the top of the table, Arteta sees their position as a testament to their performances.
Following Arsenal’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford, Arteta highlighted the quality of football displayed by both Liverpool and Manchester City in their recent encounter.
Despite their lofty positions, Arteta emphasized Arsenal’s ambition to maintain their position and continue their strong form in the league.
In addition to their domestic aspirations, Arsenal also have their sights set on European success, aiming to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time in over a decade.
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Despite trailing in their tie against Porto, Arteta remains optimistic about their chances, urging the team to capitalize on the opportunity to overturn the deficit in front of their home fans.
Reflecting on their previous encounter with Porto, where they suffered a 1-0 defeat, Arteta believes Arsenal now have a better understanding of their opponents and will focus on their own strengths to secure a positive result.
However, Arsenal will be without Gabriel Martinelli for the upcoming fixture due to injury, but Arteta remains confident in his squad’s ability to deliver a strong performance.
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