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.
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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.
Arsenal were dominant in their 2-1 victory over Brentford on Saturday afternoon, as goals from Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith-Rowe kept the Gunners in a strong position in the race for a top-four spot – but people were quick to notice a bizarre set of events near the end of the game.
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka appeared to refuse the captain’s armband during the Gunners’ 2-1 home victory against Brentford.