Mikel Arteta has made an impassioned plea to his Arsenal team, urging them to show 'no fear' and 'pure fire' as they head into a pivotal week in their season. With a Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting CP and a potential Premier League title decider at Manchester City looming, Arteta's side is looking to bounce back from a recent run of three defeats in four matches.
The Arsenal manager, who admitted he is 'on fire' ahead of the upcoming fixtures, called on his players to seize the opportunity and make history for the club. Arteta's rallying cry comes after a shock home defeat to Bournemouth, which has raised questions about his ability to keep his team calm under pressure. However, the Spaniard remains confident, stating that he has 'zero fear' and is driven by a sense of purpose and direction. Arsenal are attempting to reach back-to-back Champions League semi-finals for the first time in their history, and a win against Manchester City could be crucial in their bid for a first Premier League title in 22 years.