“They have zero ball knowledge and I don’t blame them, they think it’s easy to be when we are. We are 100% title contenders”- Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta rubbish a Liverpool fan interviewer as he replies with a THREE word message to the media following the NLD win Vs Spurs

“They have zero ball knowledge and I don’t blame them, they think it’s easy to be when we are. We are 100% title contenders”- Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta rubbish a Liverpool fan interviewer as he replies with a THREE word message to the media following the NLD win Vs Spurs

Mikel Arteta is feeling confident about Arsenal’s chances of winning the Premier League title after a crucial 2-1 victory over Tottenham in the North London derby. The win helped Arsenal cut the gap between them and Liverpool to just four points, for now.

Arteta made it clear that Arsenal are firmly back in the title race, declaring that his team is “sensational” after their comeback win. The match, played on a Wednesday evening, was especially important for Arsenal as they needed to bounce back from recent disappointments. Tottenham initially took the lead with an early goal from Son Heung-min, but Arsenal showed their resilience. They equalized thanks to an own goal from Dominic Solanke before Leandro Trossard scored late in the first half to put Arsenal ahead.

This victory was Arsenal’s first win in four matches across all competitions, which was a much-needed boost after a series of setbacks. The win took them within four points of Liverpool, though the Reds still have a game in hand and remain the favorites to win the league. Despite this, Arteta believes that Arsenal can close the gap and challenge Liverpool for the top spot.

When asked if Arsenal are serious contenders for the title, Arteta responded confidently: “Yes, we are. There’s still a lot to play for. We can see how tough it is for every team.” The victory over Tottenham was especially significant following a tough week where Arsenal had been knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United on penalties and lost 2-0 to Newcastle in the League Cup semi-finals. The team had also drawn against Brighton in the league, and many began to doubt Arsenal’s chances of winning their first title since 2004.

However, Arteta was pleased with how his team responded to these challenges. “We were sensational,” he said. “It was a huge test after two games without getting the results we deserved. We played incredibly well against United, but ended up losing. It’s all about how you react to setbacks, and these players want more. They’re hungry for success, and they showed it by performing well just 72 hours after playing 120 minutes against United.”

Arsenal’s determination was clear from the very beginning of the North London derby, and Arteta praised his team’s attitude and courage. He felt they deserved to win the match from start to finish, and that the victory was a significant moment in their title pursuit. “It was a test of attitude,” Arteta said. “From minute one, we fully deserved to win the game.”

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice also shared his thoughts on the win, emphasizing the importance of the performance. “You could tell that tonight meant more than anything,” he said. “From the first minute, we dominated. The pressure, the intent, the desire—it was clear this was a derby. We were probably unlucky not to score 10 goals.” Rice’s words reflected the team’s confidence, and his performance was especially impressive as he played through an injury to help control the midfield.

Rice, who was signed for a hefty fee from West Ham, also addressed his critics. He acknowledged that he doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves but remains focused on his abilities. “I keep my head down and know my qualities,” he said. His confidence mirrored Arteta’s belief that Arsenal can still challenge for the title if they continue to capitalize on any mistakes made by Liverpool.

“We’ve had opportunities when Liverpool has dropped points, but we haven’t taken advantage of those moments,” Rice said. “It’s important for us to close the gap, and this was a big night for us.” With the win over Tottenham, Arsenal has sent a clear message to their rivals: they are not giving up on the Premier League title race and will keep pushing until the end of the season.