Tag: Mikel Arteta

Arteta Delighted With Hard-Fought Away Win at Sporting

Mikel Arteta
April 2026

Mikel Arteta praised Arsenal’s 1-0 first-leg win at Sporting as a difficult and valuable result, highlighting the challenge of beating a team with such a strong home record. He also singled out David Raya after the goalkeeper’s crucial saves helped preserve the advantage. Kai Havertz scored the late winner after coming off the bench, while Raya produced key saves and earned Player of the Match. Arsenal also had a goal ruled out and needed patience before finding the breakthrough, which matched Arteta’s post-match focus on fine margins in the penalty areas.

Arteta Rejects Club-Over-Country Claims After Arsenal Withdrawals

Mikel Arteta
April 2026

Mikel Arteta rejected claims that Arsenal players put club commitments ahead of international duty after a wave of withdrawals. He said the club acted honestly with national federations and insisted the absences were genuine medical decisions rather than tactical attempts to protect players for the run-in. Arteta said Arsenal maintain transparent communication with national-team coaches, including Thomas Tuchel, and stressed that fit players should represent their countries. He added that Arsenal are proud to supply so many internationals, but said discomfort and medical evidence made the recent withdrawals unavoidable.

Arsenal Lead Race for Christian Kofane as Arteta Eyes Long-Term Striker Solution

Christian Kofane
April 2026

Arsenal have emerged as leading contenders for Christian Kofane after his representative confirmed genuine interest from Mikel Arteta. The 19-year-old forward is being viewed as a long-term attacking solution after a strong season with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. Kofane’s agent said contact with Arsenal is already active, though formal movement is expected only after the title run-in. While earlier reports suggested a lower fee, the player’s camp now believes his market value should be closer to €100 million.

Arsenal Eye Livramento as Newcastle Face Contract Pressure

Tino Livramento
March 2026

Arsenal are reportedly considering a summer move for Tino Livramento as uncertainty grows around the defender’s Newcastle United future. With no contract extension agreed so far, the situation has placed Newcastle under pressure as rival interest continues to build. Livramento is said to have two years left on his deal at the end of the season, while talks over a new contract have stalled. Arsenal see an opportunity, but Newcastle still want to keep him and value the full-back at around £60 million.

Arteta Frustrated as Arsenal Concede From Set-Piece in Leverkusen Dr

Mikel Arteta
March 2026

Mikel Arteta criticised Arsenal’s lack of urgency and focus after his side conceded from a set-piece in a 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen. Kai Havertz’s late penalty rescued the tie, but Arteta was frustrated his team were punished by a situation they had specifically prepared for. Robert Andrich scored from a corner shortly after half-time, exposing a weakness Arteta said Arsenal had already reviewed in detail before the game. Havertz then converted late from the spot after Noni Madueke won a penalty, leaving the tie level ahead of the return leg in north London.

Arsenal survive Mansfield scare to reach FA Cup quarter-finals

Arsenal
March 2026

Arsenal won 2-1 away after being pegged back in the second half. Arteta rotated heavily and used a 3-5-2 shape. Madueke scored with a curling effort before half-time for Arsenal’s 100th goal of the season. Mansfield equalised after a sloppy back pass was intercepted and finished by Evans.

Gyokeres says “honest” dressing-room meeting unified Arsenal before 4-1 derby rout

Viktor Gyökeres
February 2026

Arsenal players held a heated group meeting after blowing a two-goal lead vs Wolves, then responded by hammering Spurs 4-1 to go five points clear at the top. Gyokeres said the squad spoke openly to “let it all out,” understand each other’s emotions, and rebuild unity. Arsenal then delivered a statement performance with braces from Gyokeres and Eze, and are now targeting another response with Chelsea next weekend.

Bukayo Saka signs new Arsenal deal to 2031 and becomes club’s top earner

Bukayo Saka
February 2026

Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term Arsenal contract through 2031, replacing his previous deal that ran to 2027. The extension reportedly makes him the club’s highest-paid player on more than £300,000 per week, ending lengthy negotiations. Saka had verbally agreed terms earlier in the year and has now signed formally. Arsenal have also secured other key renewals in the last 12 months, and Arteta can now focus on a run of fixtures across multiple competitions, with Saka recently trialed centrally as a No.10 in the FA Cup win over Wigan.

Arteta demands Arsenal “stand up” after Wolves collapse ruins two-goal lead

Mikel Arteta
February 2026

Arteta criticised the second-half performance and said the team must “stand up” during a difficult spell. Saka ended his goal drought with an early header from Rice’s cross after being used centrally, and Hincapie doubled the lead early in the second half. Wolves responded through a long-range Bueno strike and then a late equaliser, punishing Arsenal for a flat second half and poor game management.

Arsenal’s Kai Havertz Hit by Fresh Muscular I

Kai Havertz
February 2026

Havertz is set for another spell out after sustaining a muscular injury, continuing an injury-disrupted 2025-26 season.
How: After returning in January from a long layoff earlier this season, he has now picked up a new issue. He is expected to miss Brentford (Thu), Wigan (FA Cup, Sun), Wolves (next Wed), and Tottenham (next Sun).

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