Mikel Arteta has played down fears over Gabriel Magalhaes after the Brazilian defender was forced off during Arsenal’s 2-0 Champions League victory over Olympiacos. The centre-back went down following a collision with David Raya and received treatment before being replaced, but the Gunners boss later revealed the issue was only a precautionary concern.
Howard Webb has backed Jared Gillett and the VAR officials for their decision to overturn a penalty following Nick Pope's challenge on Viktor Gyokeres during Arsenal's 2-1 win away at Newcastle on Sunday. The PGMOL boss made the comments on Sky Sports' Match Officials Mic'd Up, telling Michael Owen that Pope's touch on the ball made it a "clean challenge" making the original call a "clear error".
Mikel Arteta opened up on Viktor Gyokeres' lean patch of form after the Arsenal striker fired another blank against Newcastle United. The Swede, who joined the Gunners from Sporting CP this summer, has netted only three goals in eight appearances across all competitions, and Sunday’s clash saw him stifled by the Magpies' rugged defence.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has come in for some brutal criticism after revealing an unusual plan to bring in RAF pilots in a bid to help his team. The Spaniard thinks the move could improve communication between his players out on the pitch and potentially boost their chances of silverware this season, but his latest brainwave has been met with scepticism from those inside the game.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is looking to improve the way he communicates with his players by inviting a team of Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter pilots to the club. The idea is the latest in a developing series of unorthodox methods employed by the Spaniard as he attempts to give the Gunners the edge over their Premier League rivals in the 2025-26 season.
Emmanuel Petit has urged Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to take inspiration from Luis Enrique's attacking approach at Paris Saint-Germain, claiming the Gunners' football has become too cautious. The Arsenal legend believes his former club should adopt a more direct and dynamic style, similar to the one that has transformed Les Parisiens over the last year.
Arsenal snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory late on against Newcastle at St James' Park, with Gary Neville describing it as a "monumental win" and a significant statement of intent. The Gunners' performance, particularly Mikel Arteta's bold substitutions and attacking approach, impressed Neville who believes it signifies a shift from a more pragmatic approach.
Arsenal's clash with Newcastle United turned ugly on Sunday as Mikel Arteta was forced to restrain one of his coaching staff who clashed with Joelinton at full-time. The Gunners came from behind to beat the Magpies 2-1 as Eddie Howe's side continue to struggle at the bottom half of the league table after registering just one win in six games in the Premier League this season.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was in high spirits at full-time after his Arsenal side came from behind late on to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Goals from Mikel Merino and Gabriel proved the difference, with the Gunners boss crediting Newcastle United for how tough they made it for his side throughout the game. The Magpies led for over 50 minutes before ultimately finding themselves on the end of a late Gunners comeback, inspired by changes made by Arteta in the second period.
Arsenal are reportedly in line for shows on Netflix or Apple TV, which could feature players and 'celebrity crossovers'. Gunners fans got a taste of a fly-on-the-wall documentary of how Mikel Arteta's side fared in the 2021-22 season, in which they were the youngest team in the Premier League. A few years on, more opportunities to pop up on the small screen could happen following a board reshuffle.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has urged Bukayo Saka to follow William Saliba's example by agreeing terms over a new contract in north London. The French defender has agreed to extend his stay at the club and, with Saka's contract expiring in 2027, Arteta wants to see the winger commit too.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has paid tribute to Billy Vigar after the Gunners academy product's tragic death at the age of 21. The former youth star was playing for Chichester City when he is reported to have collided with a concrete wall, sustaining a fatal brain injury in the process.
Jamie Carragher has poked holes in Mikel Arteta's claims that his Arsenal side are not playing with the "handbrake" on. The Gunners rescued a point in a 1-1 draw with Manchester City at the weekend, a result that saw them slip five points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Although Arteta has talked up his team's offensive capabilities, Carragher isn't buying what he's selling.
Arsenal could reportedly launch a mega Kenan Yildiz swoop as the Gunners have been linked with a €60 million (£52m/$70m) swap deal to sign the Juventus ace. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder has been on fire for the Old Lady this term. With two goals and four assists in just five appearances, Yildiz has rocketed to the top of Juve’s list of untouchables.
Mikel Arteta revealed why he substituted Bukayo Saka against Port Vale as the Arsenal star suffered a fresh injury scare during the Carabao Cup win. The Gunners marched into the next round of the domestic cup competition with a late 2–0 victory over their lower-league opposition, but the sight of the England international hobbling after a bruising challenge left fans concerned.
Mikel Arteta has hit back at Arsenal's critics after being send a "handbrake off" message by pundits following their draw against Manchester City last Sunday. Arteta's side dominated possession against City and stole a point after a last-gasp equaliser from Gabriel Martinelli at Emirates Stadium, but the Spaniard's tactics have been called into question.
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