- Arteta admitted the game tested his side mentally and physically, especially with injuries forcing tactical changes during the encounter
- Arteta also praised goalkeeper David Raya for producing a crucial save late in the game
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his players’ determination after their dramatic Premier League victory over West Ham United, describing it as one of the club’s most emotional weeks of the season.
Arsenal secured a tense win after a late goal from Leandro Trossard and a controversial VAR decision that ruled out a late West Ham equaliser, Eko Hot Blog reports.
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Speaking after the match, Arteta admitted the game tested his side mentally and physically, especially with injuries forcing tactical changes during the encounter.
The Spaniard said Arsenal began strongly and created several scoring opportunities early on but failed to convert them. He explained that injuries to Ben White and another player disrupted the team’s structure, forcing him to make adjustments throughout the match.
Arteta also defended the officials’ decision to cancel West Ham’s late goal, describing the call as brave and consistent with the league’s officiating standards this season.
According to him, the referee deserved credit for reviewing the incident carefully before reaching a final decision.
The Arsenal boss acknowledged the pressure surrounding the title race, saying the victory was important for the team’s confidence as they continue battling for the Premier League crown.
Despite the celebrations, Arteta expressed concern over White’s condition, revealing that the defender could face a lengthy spell out after appearing to suffer a serious injury. He added that further medical examinations would determine the extent of the problem.
Arteta also praised goalkeeper David Raya for producing a crucial save late in the game, calling it one of the defining moments of Arsenal’s campaign.
The result keeps Arsenal firmly in the title race with only a few matches left in the season, while attention now shifts to their upcoming clash against Burnley.
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