Mikel Arteta speaks out on Granit Xhaka's bold decision to snub Arsenal captain's armband
Mikel Arteta insists Granit Xhaka's decision to snub the captain's armband against Brentford was a misunderstanding.
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Mikel Arteta insists Granit Xhaka's decision to snub the captain's armband against Brentford was a misunderstanding.
A bizarre mix-up in Arsenal's home win over Brentford saw Granit Xhaka seemingly 'refuse' the captain's armband.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played down any potential controversy after Granit Xhaka refused to wear the captain’s armband during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Brentford in the Premier League.
The 29-year-old Swiss international then decided to snub his approach before walking away - a decision that brought plenty of reaction on social media, both during and after the game.
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka appeared to refuse the captain’s armband during the Gunners’ 2-1 home victory against Brentford.
Granit Xhaka threatened to overshadow Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Brentford by refusing to accept the captain’s armband.
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