Arteta Hails Arsenal’s Resilience After Victory at Newcastle
Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal strategist, highlighted his team’s impressive comeback against Newcastle United, arguing that this victory demonstrates the team’s ability to “reach the next level.” The Gunners responded to Liverpool’s defeat against Crystal Palace with a crucial 2-1 victory at St James’ Park stadium. Gabriel’s header, following a corner from Martin Ødegaard in the 96th minute, sealed the three points for Arsenal. This goal came after substitute Mikel Merino equalized the score with a header in the 84th minute, responding to Nick Woltemade’s opening goal in the first half. This victory propelled Arsenal to second place in the Premier League, sitting two points behind the champions led by Arne Slot. Arteta acknowledged that this triumph, following Liverpool’s defeat, was a key moment for his team.Arteta added that the team showed their worth in a notable way. “There are moments in the season and this was one of them, after a complicated start in a stadium where we have historically had difficulties. We showed that we can play in several ways and win in a specific way. Newcastle is a very strong team and this is one of the most difficult fields, so winning as we did, what a feeling!”, expressed the coach. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe lamented the defeat in stoppage time, the second time this has happened this season. He acknowledged that the way his team lost was difficult to take.We discussed reaching the next level and how to learn from the past. Today we had the opportunity, after an intense week in the Premier League, to show who we are and our ambition.
Mikel Arteta
Howe commented on the intensity of the match and the difficulty of facing Arsenal. “The speed and physicality of that game were among the toughest you can find. Whenever you play against Arsenal, you have to be prepared for what comes, but it’s a learning experience for us.” In addition, Howe reported that Newcastle is waiting to assess the severity of the knee injury suffered by English full-back Valentino Livramento.I don’t think we played our best game, but winning 1-0 would have been the perfect boost for us. Unfortunately, we couldn’t hold on to the result.
Eddie Howe
Seeing him leave like that was very distressing. He’s a very important player for us and if we lose him for a while, it will be a big blow.
Eddie Howe
