Mikel Arteta

'It's only half-time': Defiant Raya says Arsenal can overturn PSG deficit

David Raya insists Arsenal can still reach the Champions League final despite suffering a 1-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-final first leg on Tuesday.

Madrid heroics boost Arsenal’s appeal in transfer window, Arteta says

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side’s big win over Real Madrid, which sent them through to their first Champions League semi-final since 2009, can boost the club’s appeal to top targets in the close season transfer window.

Arsenal's Havertz could return for Champions League final

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he would bet on Kai Havertz returning before the end of the season as his recovery from a hamstring injury is ahead of schedule.

Arsenal boss Arteta says Guardiola inspired Champions League run

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta thanked Premier League rivals Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola after his side defeated holders Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.

Brentford boss Frank reveals plan to stop free-kick king Rice

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has given his players a simple plan to stop Arsenal's free-kick maestro Declan Rice -- don't give away fouls near the penalty area.

Set-piece surprise: Rice defies coach's instructions to score sensational free-kick 

Arsenal’s hero in their 3-0 Champions League first-leg quarterfinal triumph against Real Madrid, Declan Rice, revealed he had ignored specific instructions from set-piece coach Nicolas Jover before scoring two sensational free-kicks at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.  

Real Madrid too busy to listen to outside noise ahead of Arsenal clash

Real Madrid have set the bar sky high with six Champions League titles in a decade and their demanding fans have been voicing concerns as last year's European and Spanish champions struggle for consistency this season.

Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Key stats

Wednesday’s high-voltage Champions League first-leg quarterfinals lineup will feature defending champions Real Madrid taking on Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Here we take a look at a few highlights ahead of the contest:

‘A massive weapon': Arteta hails Saka's return from injury

The return of Saka is a huge boost for Arteta, who has been short of firepower in recent weeks, with Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus out of action with long-term injuries.

April 30, 2025
April 30, 2025

'It's only half-time': Defiant Raya says Arsenal can overturn PSG deficit

David Raya insists Arsenal can still reach the Champions League final despite suffering a 1-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-final first leg on Tuesday.

April 19, 2025
April 19, 2025

Madrid heroics boost Arsenal’s appeal in transfer window, Arteta says

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side’s big win over Real Madrid, which sent them through to their first Champions League semi-final since 2009, can boost the club’s appeal to top targets in the close season transfer window.

April 18, 2025
April 18, 2025

Arsenal's Havertz could return for Champions League final

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he would bet on Kai Havertz returning before the end of the season as his recovery from a hamstring injury is ahead of schedule.

April 17, 2025
April 17, 2025

Arsenal boss Arteta says Guardiola inspired Champions League run

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta thanked Premier League rivals Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola after his side defeated holders Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.

April 11, 2025
April 11, 2025

Brentford boss Frank reveals plan to stop free-kick king Rice

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has given his players a simple plan to stop Arsenal's free-kick maestro Declan Rice -- don't give away fouls near the penalty area.

April 9, 2025
April 9, 2025

Set-piece surprise: Rice defies coach's instructions to score sensational free-kick 

Arsenal’s hero in their 3-0 Champions League first-leg quarterfinal triumph against Real Madrid, Declan Rice, revealed he had ignored specific instructions from set-piece coach Nicolas Jover before scoring two sensational free-kicks at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.  

April 8, 2025
April 8, 2025

Real Madrid too busy to listen to outside noise ahead of Arsenal clash

Real Madrid have set the bar sky high with six Champions League titles in a decade and their demanding fans have been voicing concerns as last year's European and Spanish champions struggle for consistency this season.

April 8, 2025
April 8, 2025

Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Key stats

Wednesday’s high-voltage Champions League first-leg quarterfinals lineup will feature defending champions Real Madrid taking on Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Here we take a look at a few highlights ahead of the contest:

March 31, 2025
March 31, 2025

‘A massive weapon': Arteta hails Saka's return from injury

The return of Saka is a huge boost for Arteta, who has been short of firepower in recent weeks, with Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus out of action with long-term injuries.

February 22, 2025
February 22, 2025

'Obsessed' Arteta wants Arsenal title charge

Mikel Arteta admitted he is "obsessed" with winning the Premier League title as he urged Arsenal to keep the pressure on leaders Liverpool.