Arteta blasts players' 'standards' in damaging loss
Briefly

After a disappointing 1-0 loss to West Ham United, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta criticized his team's performance and lack of quality, stating they did not meet the required standards to contend for the Premier League. With key players injured and a makeshift striker in place, Arsenal struggled to create viable scoring opportunities. Arteta expressed frustration over missed chances to pressure title rivals, emphasizing his own responsibility and the need for the players to be angry about their inadequate display.
Mikel Arteta emphasized the need for Arsenal players to meet higher standards, as their recent performance against West Ham lacked the quality necessary for Premier League success.
Despite having significant possession and numerous shots, Arteta felt the team's performance was below par, highlighting a consistent failure to meet the required standards for winning matches.
Arteta expressed anger and frustration about the team's display against West Ham, insisting that the responsibility for the lack of performance falls on everyone, including himself.
In light of the title race, Arteta acknowledged that winning it was out of Arsenal's hands and reiterated his disappointment in the things they could control.
Read at ESPN.com
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