Arteta lauds Arsenal's resilience after 2-1 derby win over Chelsea
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his team's composure and attacking intent following a 2-1 victory over Chelsea, while noting injuries to key players.
Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 in a tightly contested London derby, improving to three wins from three league matches this season. After conceding an early goal, the Gunners rallied, with Kai Havertz scoring the equaliser and a later strike securing the win.
Manager Mikel Arteta said the team showed strong composure and reaction after the early setback, describing the match as "fascinating from start to finish." He highlighted the need for an additional layer of threat, intent and aggression in the attacking phase, adding that Arsenal must continually find a better version of themselves.
Arteta also addressed the squad's injury situation, noting the absence of players such as Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka for several months, and praised how the team managed those challenges last season. He singled out new signing Andreas Tzolis for his work rate and decision-making, saying his timing creates advantages for teammates.