Arteta: The team showed resilience and will, new players can change the game but not in the best form

Sports 10:34am, 18 August 2025 170

In the first round of the Premier League, Arsenal defeated Manchester United 1-0 away. After the game, Gunners coach Arteta was interviewed by the BBC.

◉ About this game

Arteta said: "We won the game away, which is an important result. It is obvious that we did not play at our best. We hit the opponent's penalty area and responded positively to some of our rare mistakes. The team showed incredible responsiveness again and again. I am very proud of this because it was this spirit that gave us the chance to win the game."

"We showed resilience and the will to win. Here, the opponent will push you to a desperate situation and you have to endure some difficult moments. I am very satisfied with the team to be able to find a way to win on this stadium."

◉ About the debut of the new players

"They are against The team has had a positive impact and a very good attitude. There are some people who haven’t reached the 95-minute level we asked for, but I’m sure we’ll do it. I’m very happy with them. Some people are not in the best physical condition. Their contribution will be key. They have the ability to change the game, and that’s something we’ve been missing in the past. "

◉ About the results of the game

" It’s a great result. The first game of the season came to Old Trafford. You can feel the momentum they are working to build up and the ambitions they have as a club. We have the hunger, desire and ability to win. I’m very happy with it. "We tied here last year and probably played better then at that time. ”