Mikel Arteta has spoken highly of Brighton ahead of their upcoming match against his Arsenal team this weekend. Despite losing the top spot in the league to Liverpool, Arsenal needs to maintain a winning streak, and this fixture is crucial for staying close to the top.
While acknowledging that losing to Brighton is a possibility, Arteta emphasises the danger it poses to Arsenal’s title ambitions. Brighton, managed by Roberto de Zerbi, has consistently delivered strong performances, making them a formidable opponent in the league.
Arteta recognises Brighton as a resilient team, often showcasing bravery against attacking sides like Arsenal. The Seagulls may not always secure victories, but their approach and determination make them a challenging team to face. Arsenal will need to be at their best to navigate this fixture successfully.
Ahead of the game, Arteta told Arsenal Media:
“They are a really good side.
“Last year when we had the game under control was when we conceded a goal and then the game completely broke up and we struggled, especially in the last 15 minutes of the game, so we have to play better and be very efficient, which is key against them.
“They are really good – they have really good players and their way of playing is very specific and causes you problems. They were very efficient. Efficiency in football is key and on that day, they were more efficient than us.”
Just Arsenal Opinion
Brighton will be another tough test for us after Aston Villa and we must learn from that defeat at Villa.
If we give the Seagulls enough space and time, they will hurt us because they can do that.
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I want to welcome back the gaffer on the touch line as this one will be fought and won from in the dugout.
Arsenal must be patient against the Seagulls, they are known for their desire to attack while remaining composed all the time, their favorite way of playing and luring opposition into them maybe only bettered by the Citizens.
Their 2 – 3 – 5 formation is what facilitate their compactness, its mostly the low blocks teams had reap real success against the Seagulls but that’s not our style, especially with the big ears mug at stake.
Arsenal has to go man to man and fight fire with fire with a hybrid pressing in this tactical encounter.
This should all take place in the second half to leave with a convincing win.