Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's manager, spoke candidly after leading his team to a home thrashing of Fulham in the latest English Premier League match.
Mikel Arteta, manager of the "Gunners" Arsenal, praised his team's performance after they beat the "Cottagers" Fulham 3-0 at Emirates Stadium, securing an important three points to remain top of the English Premier League. The victory extended their lead over Manchester City to six points, boosting their chances of winning two major trophies this season: the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.
Arteta said, "I am very happy. I think the team played incredibly well today. It was an outstanding performance, both as a team and with individually impressive displays from every player."
"We controlled the game and showed the hunger we talked about before the match. We have the opportunity to win two major trophies. We are only a few games away from achieving that goal. The players deserve to be where they are. Today, they showed what kind of team we are."
"The team played very cohesively, especially in attack, and the connection with our fans was also very important. When that coordination happens, it makes it very difficult for our opponents to play, and that is exactly what we want."
Speaking about Bukayo Saka: "He took another step forward today. We have to be careful in managing his playtime, but you could see today what he is capable of."
Speaking about Miles Lewis-Skelly: "He has the ability to play in any position. He is very talented. He has to be patient and humble, which is not easy considering what he achieved last season. Today, he was rewarded for his efforts."