Arteta explains why Xhaka refused to wear Arsenal armband
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta claims Granit Xhaka refused to wear the captain’s armband on Saturday as it was meant for Kieran Tierney.
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta claims Granit Xhaka refused to wear the captain’s armband on Saturday as it was meant for Kieran Tierney.
Kieran Tierney captained Arsenal to victory over Brentford yesterday, albeit for a very short period, amid confusion over who is second in command at the Emirates.
It seems that Mikel Arteta could be looking for more experience to spearhead his attack ahead of next year, rather than taking the risk by signing a young player to score the team’s goals.
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.
Emile Smith Rowe’s excellent performance against Brentford could force Mikel Arteta to reconsider his striker situation, ahead of the next Premier League match against Wolves.
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.
Mikel Arteta has singled out Emile Smith Rowe for praise following Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Brentford, calling his performance “exceptional”. After a goalless first half, Smith Rowe ran onto a sweeping pass from Alexandre Lacazette, cut inside Kristoffer Ajer and rifled into the far corner to set Arsenal on their way to victory.