Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta shared his thoughts ahead of the upcoming English Premier League match against Man City. The specialist dismissed suggestions that the London club would play for a draw away from home, emphasizing that the team's goal is solely to secure three points. Goal.com reports on this.
In this crucial encounter, Arsenal will take the field without their star player Bukayo Saka. According to the coach, the winger is sidelined due to an Achilles tendon injury, and his participation in the match is uncertain.
Additionally, the fitness of Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber will be assessed before the game.
“We want to win and we are preparing for that. There can be no talk of a draw.
We will maintain the same approach we have taken at every stadium over the last five years,” Arteta said during the press conference.
Currently, the Londoners are six points ahead of their rivals in the league table, although Pep Guardiola's side has a game in hand. Arteta promised not to repeat the defensive performance that drew criticism two years ago and vowed to secure the championship title after a 22-year hiatus.
In addition to the domestic title race, the club is also preparing for the UEFA Champions League semi-final match against "Atletiko". Arteta stated that despite the injuries, the team's morale is strong and they are ready to find solutions in any situation.
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