Arteta hails mentality as Arsenal go level with Man City
Mikel Arteta praised the mentality of centre-backs Ezri Konsa and Gabriel Magalhaes after they both scored in a 2-0 win that took Arsenal level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.Arteta praised his men for overcoming a tough schedule after their midweek 2-2 draw away to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Mikel Arteta commended the resilience of Arsenal's defenders, Ezri Konsa and Gabriel Magalhaes, following their joint goal-scoring displays in a 2-0 victory over Everton. The win saw the Gunners level on points with Manchester City at the Premier League summit. Konsa netted from close range early on, while Magalhaes headed in the second goal mid-second half.
The triumph capitalized on City's 2-1 loss to Aston Villa. Despite Arsenal's recent Champions League setback to Bayern Munich, Arteta praised his players' steadfast mentality, highlighting Magalhaes' continued effort after an injury scare. The manager also lauded Konsa's seamless integration into the squad following his summer move from Aston Villa.
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