Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta seeks redemption after the defeat against Inter. The opponent on the fifth day of the Champions League will be Sporting: “Against Inter we had many opportunities and we didn’t score and that’s what we have to do tomorrow. Sporting have scored in every match, we have to try to stop this streak”, the Spanish coach said in the conference
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“I want to talk about the team and the coaches who have done a great job at Sporting. Do I like it? I understand the question but I prefer to talk about all of Sporting, they have extraordinary players in different roles.”
What was missing in the Champions League?
“We wanted to be further ahead in the table but we have to fight to climb back up. By winning tomorrow’s match we have a great chance of doing so.”
How is it possible to manage the squad with so many matches?
“We count on all the players to be able to perform well.”
Did you think about the clash two years ago to prepare for the match?
“It’s difficult to face an opponent two years later. Now the teams are different, they are certainly stronger.”
Does much change with the new Sporting coach?
“Every coach changes and does different things, I tried to understand what he wants to do, how I can surprise him and find a way to cause problems for his team.”
Did you think about Sporting’s victory against Manchester City in preparing for the match?
“We also watched this match, among others. Sporting played a memorable match against City.”