MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
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Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.
MANCHESTER, England — The factors have been shared, however a degree was made.
Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual actuality test that created an inferiority advanced about Manchester Metropolis. However Sunday’s 0-0 draw provides the Gunners tangible proof that their elevated self-confidence has been rightfully earned they usually have what it takes to final the space within the Premier League title race.
If the run-in to the top of the season is about avoiding the errors of final 12 months for Mikel Arteta’s aspect, then here’s a optimistic approach to begin. Within the midst of blowing an eight-point lead from the start of April 2023, Arsenal got here to the Etihad and have been taught a harsh lesson in a 4-1 defeat that each one however reestablished the pure order of issues with Metropolis preeminent as soon as once more.
This time, the Gunners have been nearly excessively safety-first, however that method was comprehensible: Arsenal haven’t received on this floor since January 2015, and very often since then they have been blown away by half-time. Not this time.
– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga & extra (U.S.)
– Learn on ESPN+: Is Harry Kane cursed? An investigation
Manchester Metropolis had their probabilities. Nathan Aké wasted an opportunity as Kevin De Bruyne’s Fifteenth-minute nook discovered him contained in the six-yard field. Erling Haaland missed his kick late on from one other De Bruyne supply within the last six minutes. However regardless of 72% possession and 198 passes accomplished within the last third in contrast with Arsenal’s 43, Metropolis ended with only one shot on course.
It’s the first time in 58 matches Metropolis have failed to attain at dwelling — a statistic Arteta rolled out in a number of interviews afterwards. This was additionally solely the eleventh time in Pep Guardiola’s 459 aggressive matches in cost that Metropolis have had one shot on course or fewer in a recreation. Arteta has been chargeable for three of these — no different supervisor has achieved it greater than as soon as. The apprentice realized properly from the grasp.
“It generates perception,” Arteta mentioned of Arsenal’s stoic efficiency. “It continues momentum and the great place that we’re in. The truth that the boys are there they usually need extra they usually’re demanding individually from themselves saying. ‘I might have finished higher, I have never finished this in addition to after we skilled,’ that tells you simply how a lot the boys need it. We’ll attempt our greatest to proceed what we’re doing.
“We’re bettering, we’re competing higher and we’re understanding learn how to compete in these video games. There’s one other step to make to win championships and that is that it’s a must to win. Right this moment we have been ready to attract and we’ve to enhance lots nonetheless to win.”
Arsenal have been unable to capitalise on the odd threatening second. Gabriel Jesus failed to satisfy Bukayo Saka’s 52nd-minute cross and Leandro Trossard couldn’t discover fellow substitute Gabriel Martinelli 4 minutes from fulltime when Metropolis have been caught out on the again. However a smash-and-grab victory would have been harsh on Man Metropolis, who saved it tight all through albeit with out their typical efficiency.
Whereas Arteta has step by step improved Arsenal’s document towards the normal Large Six high golf equipment of the Premier League, Metropolis had the very best document final season, taking 21 factors, with the Gunners second on 19. However this draw extends a big drop from Metropolis in these large video games this time period.
Metropolis have solely overwhelmed Manchester United (dwelling and away) this season and, having taken six factors from Arsenal final season, they’ll depend simply Sunday’s single level towards the Gunners 12 months on.
There was maybe a way that Guardiola wouldn’t be overly upset with a draw, too, given the defensive vulnerabilities uncovered by influential absentees together with Éderson, Kyle Walker and John Stones. Metropolis dictated the rhythm of the sport however didn’t threat all of it, maybe subconsciously counting on their monitor document of surging to the ending line first over the ultimate two months of the marketing campaign.
However, Guardiola is resorting to what might be termed “thoughts video games” by insisting Metropolis are third-favourites after a weekend by which Liverpool moved two factors clear on the high courtesy of their 2-1 win over Brighton at Anfield.
“All the time who’s first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we’re third,” mentioned Guardiola. “It is not in our palms. All we are able to do is consider (subsequent opponent) Aston Villa. In case you are high of the league, like we have been earlier than, you’re favourites.
“They defend rather well, low block, solidarity. It isn’t simple to interrupt them. We take a degree, 9 video games, we see what occurs.”
Arsenal’s attacking numbers have generated headlines in 2024, however their defending has been a key enchancment from final season. Arteta is unquestionably conscious that the 43 targets they shipped within the league final season was too excessive a quantity: the title winners on common have conceded 32.1 targets for the reason that Premier League started in 1992.
William Saliba’s absence is broadly cited as one of many key causes behind for Arsenal’s faltering run-in final 12 months, and the proof continues to strengthen that time. On Sunday, the Frenchman and Gabriel Magalhaes have been glorious at centre-back, nullifying Haaland in spectacular vogue and irritating the prolific Norwegian to the extent heated phrases have been exchanged at full time.
Who has the final phrase within the title race stays to be seen. Liverpool have the lead, Metropolis have the pedigree however Arsenal look higher positioned than earlier than to stay a part of the dialog till the very finish.