In UEFA Champions League Group Stage Round 3, Arsenal secured a resounding 4-0 home victory over Atlético Madrid.After the game, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was interviewed by the club’s official website, and the Spaniard discussed a number of topics and situations.
On his views and feelings about the match
"Facing such a well-organized team, we discussed that we must break the mold—we need to disrupt their formation in ways beyond the textbook. Relying solely on fixed passing routes or established tactical routines won’t work. We have to depend on flashes of inspiration and the magical moments we create in different ways during the game. I’m delighted that the players stepped up and created these moments successfully."
"Football is a low-scoring sport, so we must first achieve ultimate defense and then reach top-level attack. This means scoring goals from different angles, using different methods, and through different players. The team is clearly making continuous progress in this aspect."
"The performance throughout the game was perfect—our dominance deserved this victory, and the efficiency in front of goal is the key to winning in crucial competitions like the Champions League."
On his feelings about Gyökeres ending his 7-match goal drought for the club
"I’m extremely happy for him. If anyone deserves praise and a bright smile, it’s definitely him. His contribution to the team is extraordinary. After scoring a brace today, you can see his smile, how excited his teammates who gathered around him are, and of course, me as the manager too."
“On this important Champions League night, we defeated a strong opponent. The collective and individual performances shown by the whole team, as well as the final result, make us feel extremely happy and proud.”
