As Arsenal prepare to face Liverpool at Anfield, they do so after a rough week that saw them crash out of the Champions League at the hands of PSG. The loss ensures another trophyless season for the North London side.
Adding to the sting, Arsenal must now give Liverpool, the newly crowned Premier League champions, a guard of honour on Sunday before kickoff.
Criticism has mounted for Mikel Arteta, especially over Arsenal’s recent performances in Europe and their drop in league form, which leaves them trailing Liverpool by 15 points.
Despite the scrutiny, Arne Slot has praised the progress under Arteta, highlighting the unique identity and style the Spaniard has instilled in his squad since their last trophy win in 2020.
Slot believes that Arsenal remains a special team in development, even as immediate results fall short of expectations.
