We were really lucky to play today with everything that's happening, said Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. I told the players to enjoy the game and give everything because I don't know how this will develop.
Arteta told Sky Sports : It was a great performance from the lads.We had some intentions. I think the players understood the game really well. We were really effective and in the first half we were really good. I think we deserved these three wins and we're really pleased.
Alex's performances, involvement and commitment is without question. It's not related to his contract situation, Arteta said on Friday. He's always been a really important player, and since we've been together he's played a lot under me. I have always been really pleased with him.
He is very, very young but he has already had a lot of experience in different clubs and in international football, said Arteta of the 23-year-old. In the last few weeks he is getting very close to his best level.
Alexandre is the next in line and he is taking it the way everybody saw, with such pride and commitment, Arteta said. I am really happy with the way he played.
It was a really tough week but really positive with performances and results. We must be happy today, said Arteta.