In each of the past four Premier League campaigns, Arsenal have recorded more points than the season before: from a nadir of 56 points (eighth) after Arteta took over midway through the 2019-20, to 61 points (eighth), to 69 points (fifth), to 84 points (second) to 89 points (second) last season, just two points behind champions Manchester City.

Mikel Arteta was left fuming again by a referee's decision at the weekend. The Arsenal boss has only exposed his hypocrisy again though after not speaking up for Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta is talking the talk when it comes to Arsenal’s chances of reeling in Liverpool in the Premier League title race. The momentum swung considerably in the Reds’ favour last weekend when they scored twice in stoppage time to finally wear down Brentford’s insistence.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given an interview with Spanish media, in which he reflects upon his side's title challenges