Arsenal, Mikel Arteta

The 5 most bizarre excuses Mikel Arteta has used as Arsenal manager: Balls, long grass…
Mikel Arteta has done a fine job since taking over at Arsenal in December 2019, but he’s come out with some bizarre excuses in that time. Being a Premier League manager is undoubtedly one of the most stressful jobs going and sometimes that becomes apparent during post-match interviews.
Mikel Arteta brutally mocked over Arsenal 'excuse' as Liverpool eyes final spot
Arsenal suffered a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg, with the Gunners failing to make their dominance count at the Emirates
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal can still win semi-final if they adapt to ‘tricky’ Carabao Cup ball
Mikel Arteta lamented Arsenal’s inefficiency in front of goal compared to Newcastle and Alexander Isak, but backed his players to turn around the 2-0 Carabao Cup deficit – so long as they adapt to the “tricky” ball being used in the competition.
'It's tricky, they fly a lot' - Arteta on Carabao Cup balls
Mikel Arteta still believes Arsenal can reach the Carabao Cup final - but says they must first master the "tricky" football used in the competition.
Mikel Arteta offers surprise excuse for Arsenal's finishing woes in Newcastle defeat
Mikel Arteta offers an explanation for Arsenal's poor finishing in the Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle.
Arteta Mocked By League Cup Organisers After 'Tricky' Ball Excuse
League Cup organisers have poked fun at Mikel Arteta after the Arsenal manager suggested the "tricky" match ball played a part in his side's defeat by Newcastle.
Mikel Arteta blames Puma matchball for Arsenal’s wayward finishing in Carabao Cup defeat by Newcastle
Mikel Arteta blames Puma matchball for Arsenal’s wayward finishing in Carabao Cup defeat by Newcastle - Alexander Isak and ...
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Arsenal: Mikel Arteta confident over major fitness boost for Brighton trip in sickness bug update
The Gunners are next in action on Saturday, when they travel to Brighton, and asked if Havertz will be back for that match, Arteta said ... to Gabriel Jesus. Mikel Merino and Gabriel Martinelli ...
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta bemoans 'bizarre' penalty decision as Gunners pay the ultimate price
Mikel Arteta says he has never seen a penalty like the one awarded to Brighton striker Joao Pedro during Arsenal ’s draw at ...
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Mikel Arteta points out Arsenal's 'moaner' and makes feelings clear on his behaviour
Leandro Trossard is Arsenal’s No.1 “moaner” but Mikel Arteta is not complaining. Trossard does not always look happy on the pitch but is now guaranteed a run in the starting line-up during ...
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Arteta expecting 'very tough' Ipswich test
That game marked five years at the Arsenal helm for manager Mikel Arteta. It is the only job he has had in senior management and the 42-year-old says he is still learning, still improving.