Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta spoke sincerely to the press about his team's morale and game plan after the 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the English League Cup semi-final. One thing is clear from his words: tonight is not a simple result for the "artillerymen," but a new stage on the long-awaited path.
Arteta emphasized that the team was ready for the real "battlefield." He didn't hide that he had sensed the game would be difficult: we knew there would be battles for every meter in such matches against Chelsea. We acted accordingly: we understood how to play and fulfilled the plan correctly on the field," the coach commented.
Most importantly, Arteta emphasized not only the victory itself, but also how it came about. In his opinion, the final point is very important for the result to be "beautiful" - the end of the game is pleasant for both the spectators and the internal mood of the team.
The coach also highlighted the atmosphere at the Emirates. He regarded this atmosphere as a source of great power, especially the energy needed at a decisive moment, such as reaching the final. "The stadium breathed a special kind of air, this is a very important factor for us," the opinion was expressed in the same spirit.
The most touching point is the dream of reaching the final. Arteta described this not simply as the next stage, but as a goal that had been expected for several years. The team will now face the decisive match, where both psychological preparation and high confidence are expected. In the phrase "Of course, we will enjoy the finale," Arteta clearly showed the mood: they want to both feel this moment and benefit from it.
As a reminder, Arsenal qualified for the League Cup final for the first time since 2018. The Gunners' opponent in the decisive match will be determined after the Manchester City vs. Newcastle clash. That is, the London club will soon know which scenario will be in the final - "patience against the grand" or "pressure against character."
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