Arsene Wenger Disagrees with Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal Claim
Arsene Wenger has refuted Mikel Arteta’s assertion that Arsenal outperformed Paris Saint-Germain in their recent Champions League encounter, emphasizing that PSG “were never in danger” during the matches.
In a two-legged semi-final, PSG emerged victorious over Arsenal with a 1-0 win at the Emirates Stadium and a 2-1 win in the French capital. Noteworthy performances from Gianluigi Donnarumma and David Raya sealed the fate of the Gunners.
Arteta, expressing disappointment, contended that Arsenal deserved to progress, asserting their superiority over PSG. He praised his team’s efforts, stating, “We were very close, much closer than the result showed but unfortunately we are out. I am very proud of the players.”
However, Wenger, echoing the sentiments of many, commended PSG’s defensive resilience and counter-attacking prowess. He highlighted PSG’s mental strength and efficiency in seizing opportunities, contrasting it with Arsenal’s struggles in converting chances.
Wenger emphasized, “Overall, in the two games, I would say they were better than Arsenal, had more chances and were never really in danger.” He acknowledged PSG’s potential to achieve significant success, tipping them as strong contenders for the Champions League title.
In conclusion, despite Arteta’s claims, Wenger’s assessment aligns with the consensus that PSG’s performance overshadowed Arsenal’s efforts in the recent Champions League clash.
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