Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has vowed that his team will give everything when they face Newcastle United in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final.
The Gunners head into the decisive encounter needing to overturn a 2-0 deficit suffered in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium.
Despite the difficult situation, Arteta believes Arsenal have enough quality and determination to fight for a place in the final at Wembley.
The Spaniard also hopes his players can take confidence from their impressive 5-1 Premier League victory over Manchester City.
Speaking ahead of the match, Arteta described the opportunity to reach the final as a major incentive for his squad.
The next step is a final at Wembley, so we know how big that is.
The boost the game against City gave us, the manner that we won it, and the fact that it is a game in the competition where we are closest to a final, so we’re going to give it a real go.
Softfootball reports that Arteta is fully aware of the threat posed by Newcastle, who have already secured a two-goal advantage in the tie.
The Arsenal boss admitted the Magpies are difficult opponents but believes the second leg provides his side with another opportunity to make history. He said:
It’s another opportunity in front of us, a big one that can take us to Wembley, so I’m really looking forward to it.
Arsenal have not won the League Cup since 1993, and Arteta sees the competition as an opportunity for the club to end that long wait for another triumph.
