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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has thrown his weight behind Viktor Gyokeres as the Swedish international continues his search for a first goal of the season. Despite a slow start to life in the final third, the Gunners boss is confident that the striker’s hard work will soon translate into a clinical edge in front of goal.

Harry Kane made history on Monday night by becoming the first English player in a quarter-century to secure the Ballon d'Or, but the celebrations have been met with a sharp critique from Samir Nasri. Despite a record-breaking debut season in Germany, the former Manchester City midfielder believes the striker lacks the decisive edge required for the game's ultimate individual honour.

Mikel Arteta has sent a clear message to his Arsenal stars, warning them that their reputations are on the line ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup trip to Fleetwood. The Gunners boss is determined to avoid a repeat of the club's darkest cup moments as they prepare to face the lowest-ranked side left in the tournament.

The Englishman breaks a 25-year wait without a Champions League or World Cup!