It was an opportunity to show who we are, the way we want to be and the way we want to play, said a smiling Arteta. And the team has done that in a remarkable way.
There are a few things we can speak about, for example the penalty, said Arteta at full time. For me if we have VAR it is for a clear and obvious error and the fact that it took the ref that long to decide shows it is not a clear and obvious error.
I was quite direct with him, said Arteta. When you hear that noise, you can understand people's expectations.I sat down with William and asked him that question. He said: 'No I want to stay here and play for you, I'm very happy as always.' That's great to hear.
That [competition for places] is exactly what we want, said Arteta. That they're giving us and me those headaches , because I mean that they are so connected with the team that they really want to help the team and deserve to play, and everybody will play a lot of minutes.
It was an opportunity to show who we are, the way we want to be and the way we want to play, said a smiling Arteta. And the team has done that in a remarkable way.