Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has refused to back down despite another frustrating setback, insisting his belief in the team remains unshaken. Speaking after the narrow 2–1 defeat to Manchester City a result that dealt a serious blow to Arsenal’s title ambitions the Spaniard made it clear that the fight is far from over.
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Mikel Arteta: “I believe today, I believe on Wednesday, a week ago, because I see them every day”. “I know the level we have. Everything is still to play for, we know how much we want it. We are not going to stop”.
It’s a strong message of resilience, even as pressure continues to mount.
The defeat to City has only intensified concerns around Arsenal’s consistency in big moments.
After also slipping up in a shock 2–1 loss to Bournemouth recently, softfootball reported the narrative has started creeping into discussions again questions about mentality, decision-making, and the ability to deliver when it truly matters.
However, Arteta’s optimism is not without context. Behind the scenes, there are still fitness concerns affecting key players, with the manager hinting that some important names are not yet fully ready to return or perform at their peak level.
While he didn’t dwell on excuses, it’s clear that squad availability has played a role in recent performances.
Despite all this, Arteta’s stance remains firm this title race is not over in his eyes. He continues to emphasize belief, daily standards, and the hunger within the squad.
Whether that confidence translates into results in the final stretch is the real question, but one thing is certain: Arsenal are not giving up without a fight.
