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🚨 Mikel Arteta responds to criticism of Arsenal’s style of play: 🎙️ Interviewer: Some critics say Arsenal’s style of play is boring, overly physical and simply not entertaining. Does that criticism bother you? Mikel Arteta: “Honestly? No. I find it fascinating. When we try to play beautiful football, they say we lack aggression. When we become aggressive, they call us dirty. When we control games, they call us boring. So tell me, what exactly do these people want?” Interviewer: “But some people argue that Arsenal prioritise winning over entertainment. Mikel Arteta: “And what is wrong with that? We won the league last season. We reached the Champions League final. Now, after nine matches this season, we are top of the league again. At what point do we stop apologising for being successful?” Interviewer: “Do you think rival fans are simply frustrated by Arsenal’s success? Mikel Arteta: “Some people don’t want football to be about winning. They want us to play their preferred style, make mistakes, leave spaces and give them something to celebrate. Sorry, but we are not here to make rival fans happy.” Interviewer: “So you would rather win ugly than lose beautifully? Mikel Arteta: “Absolutely. Give me three points over applause. Give me trophies over compliments. Nobody remembers how entertaining you were when you finish second. If people want entertainment, they can watch a show. We are competing for titles.” Interviewer: “Finally, what would you say to those who still call Arsenal boring? Mikel Arteta: “Keep saying it. Keep calling us boring, dirty, whatever you want. Just make sure you check the league table afterwards. Because while you are discussing our style, we are collecting points.”