- Arteta insists his squad must focus on the opportunity ahead rather than the pressure
- He emphasised the need to control emotions while maintaining the drive and determination that has defined their campaign
- He stressed that the immediate priority is the upcoming league fixture
Mikel Arteta has called on his players to stay composed as Arsenal push for the Premier League title in what is shaping up to be a tense finish to the season.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Gunners have the chance to open a six-point gap over Manchester City if they secure victory against Fulham at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
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However, recent performances have raised concerns after Arsenal surrendered a strong lead at the top following defeats to City and Bournemouth.
A narrow win over Newcastle last weekend did little to ease nerves, but Arteta insists his squad must focus on the opportunity ahead rather than the pressure.
He emphasised the need to control emotions while maintaining the drive and determination that has defined their campaign, noting that with only four matches remaining, the title is still within reach.
Arsenal’s challenge is further complicated by City having games in hand, which could prove decisive in a race that may ultimately be settled by fine margins such as goal difference.
In addition to their domestic ambitions, Arsenal are also chasing European success after drawing 1-1 with Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.
The second leg now becomes crucial in their bid to reach the final.
Despite frustrations over refereeing decisions in that match, Arteta remains confident his team has the energy and focus to compete on both fronts.
He stressed that the immediate priority is the upcoming league fixture, urging his players to show hunger and intensity as they move closer to achieving their objective.
Arsenal will once again be without injured players Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber, though Arteta praised the squad’s resilience in coping with injuries throughout the season.
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