Mikel Arteta

Old friends turn foes as Arteta's Arsenal host Alonso's Chelsea

The friendship between Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso will add a fascinating layer to an already intriguing London derby, with Arsenal and Chelsea both putting perfect Premier League starts on the line at the Emirates on Sunday.
6 September 2026

Chelsea use rugby pads to prepare for Arsenal's set-piece threat

Chelsea have opted for an unconventional method to prepare for their mouthwatering Premier League clash against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
4 September 2026

Arsenal have chance to 'make a dynasty' under Arteta, says Guimaraes

Bruno Guimaraes believes that Arsenal are about to enter a golden period under Mikel Arteta, saying the Gunners boss wants to "make a dynasty" at the Emirates Stadium.
26 August 2026

Arteta hails Arsenal's desire after perfect start to title defence

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's dominant 3-0 win against Coventry in the opening game of the Premier League season on Friday proved the champions have not lost their hunger for silverware.
22 August 2026

Arsenal sign Villa centre-back Konsa as champions bolster defence

Premier League champions Arsenal have signed England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth a reported £51 million ($69 million).
21 August 2026

Champions Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will embrace being "hunted" by their title rivals as the new Premier League season kicks off with the champions facing Coventry on Saturday.
21 August 2026

The Pep effect lives on

Regular football followers may feel a little estranged from the game this season. Fans, admirers and even rivals are bound to miss one familiar figure from the dugouts of the past two decades -- Pep Guardiola.
21 August 2026

Arsenal can become world's best club: Arteta

For the first time in 22 years, the Gunners will begin a campaign as the Premier League's preeminent force
20 August 2026

Arteta tells Arsenal fans not to fret over his future

Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal fans have no reason to worry about his future with the Premier League champions as the Gunners boss heads into the final year of his contract.
15 August 2026

Arteta backs Guimaraes to 'ignite something different' at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has backed Bruno Guimaraes to "ignite something different" in Premier League champions Arsenal.
10 August 2026

Arteta won't discuss Guimaraes or 'players who aren't Arsenal players'

The Brazil midfielder's future has been the subject of fevered speculation for weeks since it emerged he wanted to leave Tyneside for the Emirates Stadium.
6 August 2026

Arsenal step up bid to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes: reports

Arsenal have stepped up talks with Newcastle in a bid to sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, according to reports on Tuesday.
4 August 2026

Arteta 'not going to talk' on Vinicius Jr Arsenal links

Arteta also sidestepped questions over reported interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, another player linked with Arsenal in recent weeks.
3 August 2026

Vini to Arsenal?: Dream deal, distant reality

How close is Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior to becoming an Arsenal player?
27 July 2026

Highlights from PSG's shootout victory over Arsenal

PSG held their nerve in a cagey Champions League final to retain the title by beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties as Saturday’s nail-biting showdown ended 1-1 after extra time, cementing the French side's status among Europe's modern greats. Here are some of the key highlights from the contest:
31 May 2026

Arteta urges Arsenal to 'own' Champions League final

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta called on his players to "own the moment" ahead of Saturday's Champions League final clash against holders Paris Saint-Germain.
29 May 2026

Arsenal must banish European final demons to make UCL history

From Jens Lehmann's rush of blood to 'Nayim from the halfway line', Arsenal will have to banish three decades of European final misery if they are to win the Champions League for the first time.
26 May 2026

Arteta urges Arsenal to make history in Champions League final

Arteta's side finally got their hands on the Premier League silverware in an emotional scene following Sunday's 2-1 win against Crystal Palace.
25 May 2026

Arsenal lift Premier League trophy after beating Palace

Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy after celebrating their first game as champions with a 2-1 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
25 May 2026

'We are champions, daddy': Arteta reveals emotional title-winning moment with son

Mikel Arteta said he was barbecuing alone in his garden when Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League this week.
21 May 2026