Arsenal peaking at the right time says Arteta
TL;DR
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta emphasized that his team is not done yet in the title race after a decisive 3-0 victory over Fulham. The win puts Arsenal six points ahead of Manchester City, who have two games in hand.
Key points
- Arsenal won 3-0 against Fulham
- Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal is still in the title race
- Arsenal is six points ahead of Manchester City
- Bukayo Saka returned from injury and contributed to the win
- Arsenal's next match is against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League
- 'Keep the dream alive' - Saka was key to Arsenal's improvement in his first start since returning from an Achilles injury that ruled him out for five games. "We know what he is capable of. He comes back at the most important part of the season. His mind is fresh, he has the hunger," Arteta said. "We are ramping up his minutes. We need to be careful because we need him on the pitch." After some anxious performances in recent weeks, this was Arsenal at their free-flowing best. Arteta believes the dynamic display underlined the confidence among his players that they can finally win the title after three successive runners-up finishes. "It says to us and our dressing room that we keep the dream alive. What our guys have done in these circumstances, without so many injured players at different times, it is incredible," he said. "This is going to carry the energy into the next game." Next up for Arsenal is their Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid at the Emirates. The tie is delicately balanced at 1-1 as Arsenal look to reach the final of Europe's elite club competition for only the second time. "We talk about hunger and we had that today. Understanding that you don't want to be distracted (by) a huge game here on Tuesday, we played with authority and desire," Arteta said. "We have a lot of rhythm. We are used to playing every three days and we will play one of the biggest games in the history of this stadium." Before the date with Diego Simeone's side, Arteta will put his feet up and watch City's showdown with Everton. "Yes because I love football and there is so much at stake," he said when asked if he would tune in. smg/nf
Q&A
What did Mikel Arteta say about Arsenal's title chances?
Mikel Arteta stated that Arsenal is keeping the dream alive and emphasized their strong performance against Fulham as a sign of confidence.
How did Arsenal perform against Fulham?
Arsenal won 3-0 against Fulham, with goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Bukayo Saka, showcasing a dominant first-half display.
What is the significance of Arsenal's win over Fulham?
The win allowed Arsenal to extend their lead over Manchester City to six points, increasing pressure on City as they chase the Premier League title.
What is next for Arsenal after their victory over Fulham?
Arsenal's next match is a Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid, with the tie currently balanced at 1-1.
