Arsenal Stun Inter 3-1: A Win That Proves Arsenal's Ambition and Conviction
Mikel Arteta has been writing the script for his team's recent success, but it wasn't until a week ago that it became clear just how much he had planned. The Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus scored twice in their 3-1 win over last season's Champions League runners-up Inter Milan, with his teammate Viktor Gyokeres scoring the third goal from the bench.
The victory was a testament to Arsenal's maturity and intelligence, with Arteta praising his team's ability to seize opportunities and show more energy than their opponents. The Gunners' expected goals against in the competition is the lowest of any team, and their clean sheet record has been unbroken for several games now.
Arteta has urged his fans to "enjoy the journey", but for many, it's hard not to get caught up in the excitement of competing for silverware. Arsenal are top of both the Premier League and Champions League tables, with a seven-point gap between them and second-placed team.
Their run into Inter Milan was not an easy one, however. The fixture list has been relentless, with several games played in quick succession without rest. Despite this, the depth of the team is remarkable, and Arteta's selection "headache" up front now seems like a distant memory after Jesus' impressive display.
The question on everyone's mind now is whether Arsenal can win both the Premier League and Champions League. It's a daunting task, but Arteta's rock-solid outfit is set up for success in European competitions. They have beaten some of the best teams in Europe, including Bayern Munich, and their away draws and narrow home wins have given them valuable experience.
However, there are still nagging fears about the team's ability to perform under pressure. Will Jesus and Saka stay fit? Is Gyokeres really good enough when it matters most? These are the concerns that are keeping many fans up at night, but they also know that Manchester City are not as strong as they were last season, and Liverpool are out of the title picture.
The worry is that Arsenal may have peaked too soon yet again. But for now, this win against Inter Milan has given them a much-needed confidence boost. It's an indication of where they are right now - better than everyone they have played so far. Arteta's mantra is to use each confidence boost as fuel, and if his team can carry on going like this, then there's no reason why they shouldn't go all the way in Europe.
For the Arsenal supporters, it's time to believe that their team can win it all. The pocket of supporters cheering long into the night in Milan sounded like they were heeding Arteta's advice to enjoy the journey, but for many, the destination is what matters now - and that could be so sweet indeed.
Mikel Arteta has been writing the script for his team's recent success, but it wasn't until a week ago that it became clear just how much he had planned. The Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus scored twice in their 3-1 win over last season's Champions League runners-up Inter Milan, with his teammate Viktor Gyokeres scoring the third goal from the bench.
The victory was a testament to Arsenal's maturity and intelligence, with Arteta praising his team's ability to seize opportunities and show more energy than their opponents. The Gunners' expected goals against in the competition is the lowest of any team, and their clean sheet record has been unbroken for several games now.
Arteta has urged his fans to "enjoy the journey", but for many, it's hard not to get caught up in the excitement of competing for silverware. Arsenal are top of both the Premier League and Champions League tables, with a seven-point gap between them and second-placed team.
Their run into Inter Milan was not an easy one, however. The fixture list has been relentless, with several games played in quick succession without rest. Despite this, the depth of the team is remarkable, and Arteta's selection "headache" up front now seems like a distant memory after Jesus' impressive display.
The question on everyone's mind now is whether Arsenal can win both the Premier League and Champions League. It's a daunting task, but Arteta's rock-solid outfit is set up for success in European competitions. They have beaten some of the best teams in Europe, including Bayern Munich, and their away draws and narrow home wins have given them valuable experience.
However, there are still nagging fears about the team's ability to perform under pressure. Will Jesus and Saka stay fit? Is Gyokeres really good enough when it matters most? These are the concerns that are keeping many fans up at night, but they also know that Manchester City are not as strong as they were last season, and Liverpool are out of the title picture.
The worry is that Arsenal may have peaked too soon yet again. But for now, this win against Inter Milan has given them a much-needed confidence boost. It's an indication of where they are right now - better than everyone they have played so far. Arteta's mantra is to use each confidence boost as fuel, and if his team can carry on going like this, then there's no reason why they shouldn't go all the way in Europe.
For the Arsenal supporters, it's time to believe that their team can win it all. The pocket of supporters cheering long into the night in Milan sounded like they were heeding Arteta's advice to enjoy the journey, but for many, the destination is what matters now - and that could be so sweet indeed.