Mikel Arteta and Mauricio Pochettino reveal true form after Arsenal victory
This article contains affiliate links, and we will receive a commission on any sales generated from it. Mikel Arteta reflected on Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Chelsea and both he and Mauricio Pochettino stressed the need for patience with Chelsea’s young squad after the match.
Arteta had the opportunity to twist the knife in when asked if he had any sympathy for Pochettino, who he spent two years with at Paris Saint-Germain during their playing days. Instead, he offered words of encouragement, acknowledging that he had faced similar criticisms during his first few years in north London.
Pochettino, in a similar assessment of the match, chose not to blame his own players for the dismal performance. He urged fans not to be “unfair” to the players and emphasized the long-term project the club is building, acknowledging that it takes time to develop a young squad.
In response to the circumstances surrounding the team, Pochettino emphasized the challenges of building a new project and assured that it takes time to be more competitive and consistent. He refused to blame the players, stressing that the circumstances were bigger than the players’ performance and urged caution in judging the team.
Both Arteta and Pochettino showed understanding and patience towards the young squad, emphasizing the challenges of building and developing a competitive team.
