Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, is impressed by the strong showing of Brighton in Europe, which is a testament to the strength of the Premier League. This comes as Brighton prepares to visit the Emirates Stadium just three days after securing a late win over Marseille to qualify in top spot from their Europa League group.
Last season, Brighton handed Arsenal a 3-0 loss, effectively ending their Premier League title hopes. Arteta acknowledges that Brighton has “evolved” since then and, alongside West Ham and Aston Villa topping their respective European groups, the challenge in the Premier League has increased significantly.
Arteta believes that winning any game in the league requires hard work and suffering. He highlights the minimal margin by which teams are winning games and acknowledges that every fixture in the league is a challenge.
While reflecting on last season’s loss to Brighton, he emphasized the importance of playing better and being efficient. He also noted that they were missing key players during that game, which affected the outcome. Arteta is optimistic about the current situation, noting that there is still a marathon ahead in the season.
Arteta, who has been watching from the stand in recent games due to receiving three yellow cards this season, will be back in the dugout for the upcoming game against Brighton. He is known for his animated character on the touchline, but he admires his Brighton counterpart, Roberto De Zerbi.
“Everybody has their own way of being, talking and communicating. I think it’s great. As long as we’re genuine, I think that’s great,” said Arteta about De Zerbi’s coaching style. He also expressed his admiration for De Zerbi’s career and accomplishments in the Premier League.
Brighton’s impressive performance in Europe has caught the attention of many, including Arteta. The weekend’s fixture between Arsenal and Brighton promises to be an exciting and challenging encounter, showcasing the strength of the Premier League.
Arteta’s return to the touchline will be eagerly anticipated as he looks to guide Arsenal to victory while facing strong competition from Brighton, a team that has shown significant growth since last season. As the marathon of the Premier League continues, every fixture becomes crucial, and Arteta will be keen to secure a win against a formidable Brighton side.