The problem for Arteta is that the more outlandish his excuses get the faster he’ll need to get results post Manchester City ie

Playing Brentford first up in their new stadium

Covid even though all players are double vaccinated

Injuries even though Partey and Gabriel were injured pre season

And now this gem…

Priti Patel because Odegaard don’t have his visa.



I think most people accepted the first 3 games would be difficult but it’s the lack of preparation and total disorganisation on the pitch that’s annoying….

He’s on some very thin ice imo

We could be heading into the NLD with just one win