December 23, 2024

With a commanding 6-0 victory at West Ham, the title-chasing Gunners extended their remarkable run to four straight league victories, putting them two points behind leaders Liverpool and in third place right now.

Arteta emphasised the significance of winning three points at Turf Moor and maintaining their steady play over the last 14 league games.

Every game will be crucial to our goals, making it the most crucial phase of the season, according to Arteta.

“Burnley is a very tough team to beat right now, based on their past performance and the close games they have lost to other teams.

We are aware that we have a very difficult game on Saturday and that we must play with the same vigour and passion because they are a very competitive team and exceptionally well-coached team.

We have done a lot of things well this season if we are to be there (title race).

“The team has demonstrated a high degree of consistency; we want to move forward and keep up the consistency.”

Burnley has had a difficult first season back in the Premier League; they are currently seven points from safety.

Prior to the match on Saturday, Arteta expressed his respect for Vincent Kompany, the manager of the Clarets, calling him a “special aura.”

Between 2016 and 2019, the manager of Arsenal trained the former captain of Manchester City while serving as Pep Guardiola’s assistant at the Etihad Stadium.

“We had a great working relationship; we know each other really well, and I have a lot of respect for him,” Arteta continued.

“He exudes a unique aura, and I had the utmost respect for him as a player. He has a brilliant concept and a clear notion of how to win the game.

“They had a record-breaking season and did an incredible job in the Championship last year, winning the league by ten points. You have to be extraordinary (as a coach) to do that.

“He has an incredible work ethic and courage.”

After spending £65 million to leave Chelsea, Kai Havertz had a difficult start to the season, but he has subsequently adjusted to life in north London.

Arteta declared that he “loves” the 24-year-old and that having him on the team is a pleasure.

He declared, “I love him.” We all adore him for who he is as a person, a player, and a member of the team.

“I really like how he tracks people, defends the box, and positions himself to constantly threaten the opponents’ box.”

It’s a pleasure working with him.

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