Tag: Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta is currently Head Coach of Arsenal Football Club.

Mikel Arteta played for Arsenal Football Club. The former Spanish midfielder joined Arsenal from Everton for £10m and retired as an Arsenal player in 2016. In total, he made 149 appearances for Arsenal and scored 16 goals. The former Arsenal Captain wore the number 8 shirt. He was born on March 26, 1982 and is married to Lorena Bernal. Arteta was Assistant Coach at Manchester City from 2016 – 2019.

Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 15, 2023. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta frustrated after Manchester City mistakes cost Arsenal top spot

After Arsenal's 3-1 defeat to Manchester City, Mikel Arteta spoke to the media about the match and the team's performance. He expressed his frustration with the errors that cost Arsenal the game, despite their good performance.
Emile Smith Rowe in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arteta to make late call on 2 injured stars for Manchester City clash

Mikel Arteta is set to make late decisions on Emile Smith Rowe and Reiss Nelson for Wednesday night's clash against Manchester City.
Martin Odegaard receiving the Kniksen's Honourary Award (Photo via Arsenal.com)

How ‘crazy’ Arteta convinced Odegaard to join 15th-placed Arsenal

Martin Odegaard has explained how Mikel Arteta convinced him to sign for Arsenal, despite the team's league position at the time.

Arteta explains why he didn’t celebrate against Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has explained why he didn't celebrate Manchester City's goals against Arsenal while he was Pep Guardiola's assistant.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and FK Bodo/Glimt at Emirates Stadium on October 06, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta gives Gabriel Jesus injury update

Gabriel Jesus is still in the early stages of his comeback and it's too soon to put a date on his on-field return, according to Mikel Arteta.
Jakub Kiwior and Takehiro Tomiyasu (Photo via Arsenal.com)

The level is so high: Tomiyasu on Arteta in training

Takehiro Tomiyasu recently spoke to GOAL and gave an insight into life at the club and under manager Mikel Arteta.
France's defender William Saliba attends a press conference at the Jassim-bin-Hamad Stadium in Doha on December 2, 2022, during the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Saliba shares what Arteta told them after Everton defeat

William Saliba has shared what Mikel Arteta said to them after the defeat to Everton, and vowed to bounce back against Brentford.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, interacts with Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal following defeat after the Premier League match between Everton FC and Arsenal FC at Goodison Park on February 04, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Arsenal star had to be dragged from pitch after Everton defeat

Oleksandr Zinchenko had to be dragged away from the pitch by Mikel Arteta on Saturday, as he tried to engage with Everton players.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the end of the English Premier League football match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north-west England, on February 4, 2023. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta calls for ‘love’ after Everton defeat

Despite the 1-0 defeat against Everton, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains optimistic and believes that now is the time to show even more support and love to the players.
Mohamed Elneny signing his new contract with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Arteta indicates Arsenal will renew Elneny’s contract despite injury

In his press conference before the Everton game, Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta spoke about the future of the club's injured midfielder, Mohamed Elneny, who sustained a serious knee injury and will be out for the rest of the season amid reports Arsenal will trigger an option to extend his contract for an additional 12 months.
Patrick Vieira with Albert Sambi Lokonga

“I spoke with Edu, not with Mikel” Vieira on Lokonga deal

Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira has revealed that he had a conversation with Arsenal sporting director Edu before swooping to make Albert Sambi Lokonga a loan signing for the Eagles.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka poses upon arrival to attend the 2022 Ballon d'Or France Football award ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris on October 17, 2022. (Photo by Alain JOCARD / AFP) (Photo by ALAIN JOCARD/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal receive London Football Awards nominations in 6 categories

Arsenal have received nominations in six different categories ahead of the London Football Awards for 2023, with the ceremony to take place in March.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 15: Bukayo Saka and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, celebrate after the team's victory during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on January 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arteta on Jorginho, Everton, Martinelli & more

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, held his pre-match press conference ahead of their game against Everton this Saturday. The conference covered a range of topics...
Mikel Arteta wins Manager of the Month (Photo via the Premier League)

Mikel Arteta wins Manager of the Month award again

Mikel Arteta has won the Premier League Manager of the Month award for January, his second consecutive award and third of the season.
Reiss Nelson back in training with Arsenal alongside Eddie Nketiah (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Injury updates on 5 Arsenal players for Everton clash

There's good news and bad news for Arsenal on the injury front as they prepare for their trip to Goodison Park this weekend.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (C) celebrates with Arsenal's English goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale (L), Arsenal's Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu (2nd L) and Arsenal's English defender Rob Holding (R) on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 3-1. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Tomiyasu explains Arsenal’s Premier League success

Takehiro Tomiyasu says Arsenal's success this season is due to better understanding of manager Mikel Arteta's tactics.
Arteta, Edu and Jorginho via Arsenal.com

Jorginho delighted to finally link up with Arteta

Arsenal have completed the signing of Italian midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea, and the player has expressed his delight at the move and the opportunity to work with manager Mikel Arteta.
SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - MARCH 13: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Sociedad and Deportivo Alaves at Reale Arena on March 13, 2022 in San Sebastian, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Barcelona end 23yo pursuit due to Arsenal’s interest

Barcelona's pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has reportedly come to an end due to financial constraints and interest from Arsenal.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 27: Gabriel of Arsenal looks dejected after the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on January 27, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arteta ‘proud’ despite Manchester City defeat

After making six changes to his starting lineup for the FA Cup match against Manchester City, Mikel Arteta expressed his pride in the players who were given the chance to play, despite the team's 1-0 defeat on Friday night.
In this composite image a comparison has been made between Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal. Manchester City and Arsenal meet in a Premier League fixture on June 17,2020 at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester,England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at Bernabeu on February 26, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** PIRAEUS, GREECE - FEBRUARY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 32 first leg match between Olympiacos FC and Arsenal FC at Karaiskakis Stadium on February 20, 2020 in Piraeus, Greece. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Arteta: Manchester City the ‘best in the world’

As Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday, manager Mikel Arteta has stated that his team will be facing the best in the world.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (L) celebrates their win on the final whistle of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 22, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 3-2. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta nominated for Manager of the Month again

Mikel Arteta has been nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Month award for January.
Leandro Trossard in training for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal signing to make 1st start against Manchester City

Leandro Trossard is expected to receive his first Arsenal start away to Manchester City in the FA Cup on Friday night, according to a report.
Arsenal's Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny celebrates at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Everton at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 22, 2022. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta confirms midfielder injury ahead of Manchester City clash

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Mohamed Elneny won't be fit to face Manchester City, and Arsenal would like more cover in midfield.
Granit Xhaka Swiss Footballer of the Year

Granit Xhaka named Swiss Footballer of the Year

Granit Xhaka has been named Swiss Footballer of the Year in a ceremony that took place in his home country on Monday night.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Declan Rice of West Ham United is challenged by Martin Oedegaard of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on December 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Declan Rice prefers Arsenal move over Chelsea

Declan Rice is showing a preference to join Arsenal over Chelsea this summer so he can work with Mikel Arteta, according to a report.
Mikel Arteta running to catch Granit Xhaka (Screenshot from Sky Sports footage)

4 amusing north London derby moments you might’ve missed

Arsenal enjoyed an important win over Spurs on Sunday, but there were a few funny moments away from the on-field action as well.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) celebrates with Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on January 15, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 2-0. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta: Title win will demand perfection

Mikel Arteta says it will 'demand almost perfection' for Arsenal to win the Premier League title after they swept Tottenham aside on Sunday.
Bodo/Glimt's Icelandic defender Alfons Sampsted (L) fights for the ball with Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus during the UEFA Europa League Group A football match between Arsenal and Bodoe/Glimt at The Arsenal Stadium in London, on October 6, 2022. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

“Progressing really well”: Gabriel Jesus injury update

Mikel Arteta provided an update on Gabriel Jesus in his pre-Tottenham Hotspur press conference, as the striker works to return after injury.
mikel arteta premier league manager of the month

Arsenal pick up Premier League awards and FA charges

Mikel Arteta has been named Premier League Manager of the Month for the second time this season as Arsenal complete a clean sweep of the managerial and player awards for November/December but the club have also been hit with yet another charge.

Troy Deeney stands up for Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta has received backing from a surprising source, with Birmingham City striker Troy Deeney defending him against critics.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 07: Matteo Guendouzi of Marseille reacts during the UEFA Champions League group D match between Tottenham Hotspur and Olympique Marseille at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on September 07, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Unai Emery to bid up to €50m for Matteo Guendouzi

Under the guidance of Unai Emery, Aston Villa are expected to make a significant bid for Matteo Guendouzi, a player the former Arsenal manager is a huge fan of.

Mikel Arteta pushes Arsenal to make forward signings

Mikel Arteta is pushing for Arsenal to reinforce the squad up front, whilst also praising Eddie Nketiah's quality filling in for Gabriel Jesus so far.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka reacts as he warms up prior to the FA Cup third round football match between Oxford United and Arsenal at the Kassam Stadium in Oxford, west of London, on January 9, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka update after Oxford win

Mikel Arteta reassured Arsenal fans that Bukayo Saka is 'fine' after the winger was substituted as the Gunners beat Oxford United in the FA Cup to set up a fourth round tie against Manchester City.
Emile Smith Rowe in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Latest on Emile Smith Rowe as Mikel Arteta makes interesting claim

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Emile Smith Rowe should be available to face Oxford United if all goes well on Sunday, reiterating that the 22-year-old can play up front.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal embraces Bukayo Saka of Arsenal following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on December 26, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players & manager up for Premier League monthly awards

Arsenal's Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Mikel Arteta have all been nominated for the Premier League's monthly awards.
Shakhtar Donetsk Ukranian forward Mykhaylo Mudryk gives a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 group F football match against Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 4, 2022.(Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Mykhaylo Mudryk sends another hint over Arsenal move

Mykhaylo Mudryk seemed to be sending another hint to Shakhtar Donetsk on Saturday, posting as he watched an Arsenal match again.
Arsenal's French defender William Saliba (R) and Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka (L) celebrate their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Arsenal at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, southern England on December 31, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta: We still can play better

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal are not planning on taking their foot off the accelerator despite going seven points clear at the top of the Premier League, with both the manager and the players believing 'we still can play better.'
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Takehiro Tomiyasu of Arsenal reacts while leaving the pitch injured during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and FC Zürich at Emirates Stadium on November 03, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal receive double injury boost ahead of Brighton clash

Takehiro Tomiyasu is available for selection again, whilst Emile Smith Rowe rejoined the squad in training this week ahead of Arsenal's clash with Brighton.
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Youri Tielemans of Leicester City during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Crystal Palace at The King Power Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal remain interested in move to sign Leicester City star

Arsenal remain interested in Youri Tielemans and were only put off by Leicester City's asking price in the summer window, according to a report.
Former Arsenal's French head coach Arsene Wenger watches the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 26, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta explains why Wenger’s return was kept quiet

Arsene Wenger surprised everybody by turning up at Arsenal v West Ham at the Emirates on Boxing Day and after the game, Mikel Arteta explained why the club kept it quiet that Wenger would be making his first return to the club and how he hopes it is the start of something more.