Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sent a simple three-letter message to his players ahead of Sunday’s big game away to Manchester City.
Asked in his pre-match press conference if he had a “last message” to his players, Arteta simply said, “I want them to do their best” at the Etihad Stadium.
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“Let’s do our best. Be yourself and do your best,” Arteta said. “We put everything we have on that pitch.
“Go for it with big faith, big faith, because we are more than capable of doing it.”
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He added: “This is exactly where we want to be. This brings a lot of positive things. And I don’t see anything that has to hold you back because this is where you want to be… against an opponent who demands the best.”
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Can Arsenal’s players find the belief that they can clinch the title against Man City?
As much as Arteta talks about a good game, it will be interesting to see if Arsenal’s players really believe in themselves and play on Sunday.
The Gunners have had several chances to escape the league this season, but have failed to capitalize on them.
This puts City back in title contention, and many Arsenal fans will feel they are closer to the title race than they expected.
This game will be a big opportunity for manager Arteta. They must make sure to use this six-point shot as a moment to prove their authority in this title race.
