Arteta: Arsenal Must Give All for UCL Final Spot

Ahead of a crucial clash at Parc des Princes, Mikel Arteta emphasized that Arsenal must be ready to give everything to reach the Champions League final. Arsenal will face Paris Saint-Germain, trailing 1-0 from the first leg.

In an exclusive interview with ESPN, the Spanish coach shared his feelings ahead of the decisive match.

“Excitement, goosebumps, wanting the day to arrive, feeling very ready, very confident, and knowing the opportunity to play in a Champions League final. When you reach that point, you must give your life for it,” said Mikel Arteta.

Arsenal received a boost with the return of Thomas Partey, who missed the first leg due to suspension. However, the London side still faces the absence of several key players due to long-term injuries.

“As I walked through the tunnel, I saw Takehiro Tomiyasu out, Riccardo Calafiori out, Gabriel Magalhães out, Kai Havertz out, Gabriel Jesus out, Thomas Partey out, Jorginho out. They’re all starters!” revealed Mikel Arteta.

Squad limitations in the first leg forced Arsenal to name four academy players on the bench, each with just one Premier League appearance this season.