Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said the Gunners have come out of a gruelling festive schedule in a stronger position despite the disappointment of being held 0-0 at home to Liverpool on Thursday.
Arteta’s men dropped points for the first time since December 6 as five consecutive Premier League wins prior to Liverpool’s visit and the faltering form of Manchester City has opened up a six-point lead for Arsenal. “Yes, every time you don’t win [it is a missed opportunity],” said Arteta.
“I have to really praise the team for what they have done in this Christmas period. To come out of this period with all the issues we had the boys deserve all the credit. We are in a really strong position and we have to go again.” Liverpool are 14 points behind the leaders but have not conceded a goal in two meetings with Arsenal this season.
Meanwhile, Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli said he had apologised to Conor Bradley for shoving the Liverpool defender off the pitch when badly injured. Martinelli posted on Instagram: “Conor and I have messaged and I’ve already apologised to him. I really didn’t understand he was seriously injured in the heat of the moment. I’m deeply sorry for reacting.”
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