EPL Showdown: Arteta Hits Back at Kimmich's Claim That Arsenal Don't Play Football

Arteta's Response to Kimmich
Kimmich's Criticism of Arsenal
Upcoming Match

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has addressed Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich’s remarks regarding the Gunners’ style of play.

He emphasized that Arsenal is not the only team that employs a direct approach to football.

After Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, Kimmich claimed that the Gunners depend heavily on set-pieces and long balls.

Kimmich stated that Arsenal are not the most challenging opponents Bayern has encountered this season, asserting that the French team, PSG, plays a more attractive brand of football than Arteta’s squad.

According to Kimmich, Arsenal does not play traditional football but rather seeks to win matches by any means necessary.

During his pre-match press conference on Friday, Arteta was questioned about the German player’s comments. He responded, “I think the way both teams play, and the way they performed against PSG, is quite similar.

“When everything becomes man-to-man, and considering how they utilize their full-backs, alongside our rotation strategy, they create a game characterized by lengthy sequences of passes.

“I understand what he’s saying; that’s perfectly fine. It’s part of the game. The style provokes the dynamics in which both teams operate, so it’s very understandable.”

Next for Arsenal is a Premier League match against second-placed Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

What did Kimmich say about Arsenal's playing style?: Kimmich criticized Arsenal for relying on set-pieces and long balls, stating they are not the toughest opponents Bayern has faced this season.
How did Arteta respond to Kimmich's comments?: Arteta acknowledged Kimmich's remarks and pointed out the similarities in playing styles between Arsenal and PSG, emphasizing the nature of the game and its dynamics.
Who is Arsenal's next opponent?: Arsenal's next match is against Chelsea, who are currently in second place in the Premier League, at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

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