Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised Ruben Amorim for already leaving a significant mark on Manchester United ahead of their Premier League clash on Wednesday. Arteta highlighted the clarity in Amorim's approach to the game, noting that his influence is evident in how United play. Amorim, who previously led Sporting to success, has quickly made an impact since taking over at United, a team that is coming off a commanding 4-0 victory over Everton in Amorim's first home game in charge.
Arsenal enters the match in strong form, having scored 13 goals in their past three games, including a dominant 5-1 win over Amorim's former club, Sporting, in the Champions League. Arteta's side is currently second in the league, nine points behind Liverpool, and will face a United team that has proven dangerous under their new manager. Despite the challenge, Arteta expressed confidence, emphasizing Arsenal's focus on their own momentum and the exciting nature of the upcoming match.
While acknowledging Liverpool's position at the top of the table, Arteta believes other clubs, including Manchester United, have the potential to close the gap. He stressed that the season is still young, and any team capable of stringing together a series of victories could challenge for the title. Arteta’s outlook reflects the competitive nature of the league, where anything can happen as teams aim to gain ground on the leaders.
Arsenal's preparations for the match are clouded by injury concerns, with Thomas Partey, Mikel Merino, Riccardo Calafiori, and Gabriel all being monitored. Arteta confirmed that the squad’s fitness would be assessed before the game. On a positive note, Bukayo Saka continues to impress with his performances, already contributing five goals and ten assists this season. Arteta praised the forward’s consistency and growth, noting that Saka’s ability to improve each year is a key factor in Arsenal's strong form.
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