Introduction: Mikel Arteta was furious after Arsenal’s 1-0 loss to West Ham, admitting the Premier League title race is now out of their hands. Liverpool had dropped points against Aston Villa, giving Arsenal a golden chance to close the gap. However, Jarrod Bowen’s goal before halftime secured a crucial win for West Ham at the Emirates Stadium.
Arteta’s Reaction: Speaking to Sky Sports, Arteta acknowledged the pain of the loss, saying it’s part of football and something the team must feel. He criticized Arsenal’s performance, expressing frustration over the aspects they could control. The Spanish manager congratulated West Ham but admitted his team struggled to gain momentum.
Arsenal points in Premier League: Arsenal’s problems worsened when Myles Lewis-Skelly received a straight red card in the second half for a foul on Mohammed Kudus. They now sit eight points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, who extended their lead to nine points at the top after defeating Manchester City on Sunday.
What Next? Arsenal will return to action on Wednesday as they face third-placed Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Liverpool remains in control of the title race and will look to maintain their advantage as they prepare for their next fixtures
Source: Goal
