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.

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta speaks on Arsenal’s plans for the World Cup break

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal have a few plans for the World Cup break, but he wouldn't confirm specifics amid growing rumours in the media.

Saka concern for journalists with World Cup approaching

As the World Cup closes in, the English press have become very concerned with the amount of football Bukayo Saka is playing for the club that pays his wages.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Southampton confronts Chris Mepham of AFC Bournemouth during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton FC at Vitality Stadium on October 19, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

“Focus” Arteta tells 25yo loanee “We need him to play

Mikel Arteta has urged Ainsley Maitland-Niles to 'focus' more on the present if the 25-year-old wants to have a future.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: “He deserved that”

Mikel Arteta hailed Granit Xhaka after Arsenal sealed qualification for the knock-out rounds of the Europa League as the Swiss midfielder's transformation continues.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

More goals will come: Arteta happy to qualify but job not done

Arsenal stretched their winning run to eight when they beat Ruud van Nistelrooy's PSV Eindhoven on Thursday night in their rearranged Europa League game.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: A steward raises a seat as fans clash following the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Crowd trouble after Arsenal match as PSV fans aim a flare

Some PSV fans seemed to take losing to Arsenal in the Europa League quite badly with reports of seats being ripped out and images of a flare that was reportedly aimed at Arsenal supporters.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 07: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal embraces Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on November 07, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Rafa Benitez makes inside claim about Arteta and Aubameyang

Rafa Benitez claims Mikel Arteta tried to support Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at Arsenal for as long as possible, before the striker's eventual departure.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts 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) (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta into PPG Premier League managers Top 10

Arsenal's win at Leeds at Elland Road on Sunday meant that Arsenal stretched their lead at the top of the table to four points but it was a result that also brought up a couple of other milestones.
LEEDS, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 16: Referee Chris Kavanagh checks the VAR screen before giving a penalty to Leeds United during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Arsenal FC at Elland Road on October 16, 2022 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta ultimately thankful for lengthy Leeds-Arsenal delay

Mikel Arteta has admitted his side were ultimately thankful for the long delay to Sunday's match, as they needed VAR to overturn a late penalty.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta celebrates after the English Premier League football match between Leeds United and Arsenal at Elland Road in Leeds, northern England on October 16, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 1-0. (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta gives honest assessment after Arsenal’s tough win at Leeds

Mikel Arteta was impressed with Arsenal in the first half against Leeds but wasn't best pleased with what he saw from his side in the second half of the match at Elland Road.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the final whistle during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on August 28, 2021. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

“They’re playing really, really, really good football” De Bruyne on Arteta and Arsenal

Kevin de Bruyne knows Mikel Arteta well and he is delighted to see how well it is going for his former coach with Arsenal, but also hopes that the Gunners will not be good enough for City this year.
LEEDS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's first goal during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Arsenal at Elland Road on December 18, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta praises Leeds United fans ahead of Arsenal clash

Mikel Arteta believes Leeds United have one of the best crowd atmospheres around, so his team need to be ready for that.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal embraces Kjetil Knutsen, Head Coach of FK Bodo/Glimt prior to 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 Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Arteta respectful unlike Mourinho and Roma: Bodo/Glimt manager

Mikel Arteta has been complimented for his respect in victory by the Bodo/Glimt manager who specifically referenced Jose Mourinho's lack of it when his Roma side lost 6-1 in Norway.

Arteta ‘most underrated,’ Arsenal are challengers says Leeds boss

Paul Merson has predicted that Arsenal will "rip them to shreds" when they play Leeds United at Elland Road this weekend as they look to maintain their place at the top of the Premier League table.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Matt Turner celebrates after Rob Holding of Arsenal (not pictured) scored their sides second goal 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 lists 4 things he likes about ‘phenomenal’ Matt Turner

Matt Turner was perhaps the most impressive player for Arsenal against Bodo/Glimt on Thursday night and Mikel Arteta explaed why he thinks the American is prepared should he be called on in the Premier League.
BODO, NORWAY - OCTOBER 13: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates scoring their side's first goal with teammates during the UEFA Europa League group A match between FK Bodo/Glimt and Arsenal FC at Aspmyra Stadion on October 13, 2022 in Bodo, Norway. (Photo by David Lidstrom/Getty Images)

No excuse: Arteta and Saka agree on Bodo/Glimt pitch after tough win

After what was a much tougher match than the home fixture, Arsenal beat Bodo/Glimt 1-0 on Thursday night to stay top of Europa League Group A and both Mikel Arteta and Bukayo Saka agreed - the pitch was no excuse for what was a poor performance.

Ben White’s telling reaction to his Arsenal position change

Ben White didn't hesitate to accept the challenge when Mikel Arteta approached him in the summer over a shift out to right-back, according to a report.
Liverpool's Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker (L) and Liverpool's Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk (R) clash with Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 9, 2022. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta explains Gabriel Jesus absence for Bodo/Glimt clash

Arsenal have opted to rest Gabriel Jesus for their match against FK Bodo/Glimt in Norway, according to Mikel Arteta.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang interacts with Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal as he is substituted during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Aubameyang clarifies his criticism of Mikel Arteta

Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has clarified his comments about Mikel Arteta, insisting he wishes his former club well.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal scores their team's third goal from the penalty spot during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on October 09, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta insists Bukayo Saka enjoys taking penalties

Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka believes in himself and enjoys the responsibility of pressure penalties, despite what happened at the Euros last year.
Crystal Palace's French manager Patrick Vieira gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park in south London on August 5, 2022. - RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal will be really close to winning title says Patrick Vieira

Patrick Vieira thinks Arsenal will be "really close" to winning the Premier League title this season, after their start to the campaign.
Referee Michael Oliver (2L) speaks to Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 9, 2022. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Comments between Arsenal and Liverpool players referred to FA

The officials during Arsenal's win over Liverpool on Sunday have referred comments made by a player to the FA.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal celebrates after their sides victory during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on October 09, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

I won’t be mentioning the title: Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta was, understandably, happy when he met the press after watching his young side beat Liverpool to reclaim top spot in the league, but you won't be hearing any title talk from him.
Arsenal's Portuguese midfielder Fabio Vieira (L) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team third goal 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) (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta “right to set high bar” says pundit

Martin Keown has said that Mikel Arteta is 'right to set the bar high' after he brought on several first team starters in the second half of the game against Bodo/Glimt despite already being 2-0 up.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts 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) (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal will hammer Liverpool 4-1 says pundit

Chris Sutton doesn't have the best reputation amongst Arsenal fans but his latest prediction, mad as it might seem will have quite a few smiling at the very least.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts 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) (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta explains his early substitutions vs FK Bodo/Glimt

Mikel Arteta has explained why he made three substitutions early in the second half against FK Bodo/Glimt, ahead of the Liverpool match on Sunday.
William Saliba in an interview with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

“He’s Saliba” Arteta responds to Virgil van Dijk comparison

Mikel Arteta has responded to claims that William Saliba is a player 'in the mould' of Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk ahead of the two sides meeting on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Fabio Viera celebrates with Ben White of Arsenal after scoring their team's third goal 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 Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta gives 3 reasons he’s ‘really happy’ after Europa League win

Mikel Arteta has said that he is 'really happy' after his side defeated Bodo/Glimt on Thursday night to go top of Europa League Group A despite this only being their second group game of the tournament.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Reiss Nelson #24 of Arsenal looks to pass during a Florida Cup friendly against Orlando City at Exploria Stadium on July 20, 2022. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

New Reiss Nelson contract likely with winger now ‘on the right track’

Mikel Arteta has been singing the praises of Reiss Nelson in a way that makes you think the player might just have a future at Arsenal after all.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arteta on Jesus leaving Manchester City for Arsenal and his role with Brazil

Mikel Arteta has backed Gabriel Jesus to make the Brazil World Cup squad and has explained how he manged to convince the forward to sign for Arsenal in the summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND: William Saliba of Arsenal runs breaks away from Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

William Saliba proves Mikel Arteta right

William Saliba put in a mammoth performance in his first north London derby on Saturday, proving Mikel Arteta right to believe in him.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Antonio Conte, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Antonio Conte cries about Spurs red card against Arsenal

Antonio Conte believes the red card his side received against Arsenal was the reason the lost and we have one thing to say to him - stop complaining.
Tottenham Hotspur's Italian head coach Antonio Conte (L) shakes hands with Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) after the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on May 12, 2022. - Tottenham won the game 3-0. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Spurs boss praises Arsenal and Arteta ahead of derby

Tottenham Hotspur boss Antonio Conte has praised Arsenal and Mikel Arteta ahead of the north London derby this weekend.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal replaces teammate Fabio Viera during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Brentford Community Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Stats suggest Arsenal have major long-term edge over Spurs

Arsenal have fielded the fourth-youngest team in Europe's top-five leagues since the start of the season, according to a report.

Sanllehi thinks Arsenal are making a mistake with Arteta

Raul Sanllehi believes Arsenal are making a mistake by going back to a system involving a first-team manager, rather than a head coach.
Mikel Arteta and his coaching team with the Premier League Manager of the Month award (Photo via Arsenal)

Mikel Arteta sends message after Manager of the Month award

Mikel Arteta has sent a message to the fans after winning the Premier League Manager of the Month award for August.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta applauds supporters on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park in south London on August 5, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 2-0. - (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta wins Manager of the Month for August

Mikel Arteta has been named manager of the Month for August after guiding his team to five straight wins at the start of the season.
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Arsene Wenger explains why he hasn’t returned to Arsenal

Following David Dein's call for Arsenal to bring Arsene Wenger back to the club, Wenger has explained that he's stayed away to avoid becoming a distraction.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates their teams second goal scored by Martin Oedegaard during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on August 20, 2022. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players & manager nominated for Premier League awards

Martin Odegaard and Gabriel Jesus have been nominated for Premier League Player of the Month, whilst Mikel Arteta has received a Manager of the Month nomination.
Fabio Vieira playing for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Mikel Arteta explains why Arsenal signed €35m 22yo

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal signed Fabio Vieira because they wanted a player who could play across a number of attacking positions.