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Turning up the heat: Arteta reveals ‘challenges’ for Arsenal stars

The Arsenal boss sets challenges for his players, including delaying their meals and turning up the heat in the dressing room in a bid to keep them focused.

Turning up the heat: Arteta reveals ‘challenges’ for Arsenal stars

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed he often puts his players through challenges to help them cope with stressful situations. Arteta, known for his innovative techniques, has employed methods such as delaying meals, altering transportation, and increasing the heat in the dressing room. These measures aim to prepare his players for real-life disruptions like flight cancellations or transport delays.

Despite a recent delay caused by air traffic control issues in Britain, Arsenal secured a 1-0 win over Napoli thanks to Martin Odegaard's goal. Arteta believes these challenges help his squad adapt to unexpected circumstances, stating, "I love those challenges. I try to create them in pre-seasons so when they happen, we already experience them and we already know."

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