Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admitted in a post-match interview with TNT Sports that his squad did not play well during their 0-0 draw with Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League. The match took place at the Gewiss Stadium and saw both teams struggling to score, resulting in a goalless draw.
Arteta acknowledged the difficulties his team faced, particularly after a strong start. “We began the game well in the first 20-25 minutes, playing with intention and effectiveness,” Arteta said. “However, we struggled to create clear-cut chances and lost control of the game as it progressed.”
Despite the offensive struggles, Arteta praised his team’s defensive efforts. “Defensively, we didn’t suffer much, but we were inconsistent with the ball,” he noted. The highlight of the match was a crucial double save by goalkeeper David Raya, which Arteta described as “two of the best saves I’ve probably ever seen in my career.”
Gabriel Martinelli had a significant chance to secure a win for Arsenal, but his effort did not find the net. Arteta expressed his disappointment but remained optimistic about the team’s potential. “We had moments but never managed to dominate or pose a real threat. There’s a lot to improve.”
When asked was Riccardo Calafiori a positive when he came on?
Yes, he was really good as well, I thought when he came on, this would help us to get a bit more composure and dominate the game better. But, yes, we need to improve.
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