Arteta: The Road Is Still Very Long, and This Victory Will Give Us Greater Confidence
Arsenal star Mikel Arteta appeared in a press statement following the 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the fifth round of the Champions League group stage, held at the Emirates Stadium.
The coach said: "What made you happiest about the match? Perhaps the overall performance and the way we controlled the game. It was clear that this match required a different dimension, and on an individual level, we were exceptional."
He added: "This victory will give the players greater confidence. We made some changes, and the players delivered an amazing performance. I am very happy, and I think we were excellent."
Regarding the return of Noni Madueke, Gabriel Martinelli, and Martin Ødegaard: "It is very important that they are available again. The impact that the returning players have is remarkable."
When asked if he feels this could be Arsenal's season in the Champions League, he said, "I don't know. We'll enjoy tonight and then start preparing for the weekend's match. The road is still very long."
The coach said: "What made you happiest about the match? Perhaps the overall performance and the way we controlled the game. It was clear that this match required a different dimension, and on an individual level, we were exceptional."
He added: "This victory will give the players greater confidence. We made some changes, and the players delivered an amazing performance. I am very happy, and I think we were excellent."
Regarding the return of Noni Madueke, Gabriel Martinelli, and Martin Ødegaard: "It is very important that they are available again. The impact that the returning players have is remarkable."
When asked if he feels this could be Arsenal's season in the Champions League, he said, "I don't know. We'll enjoy tonight and then start preparing for the weekend's match. The road is still very long."