"Arsenal were labelled soft touches for more than a decade. They were, it was generally agreed, a team that rolled over too easily in the face of more ruthless winners. They should make no apologies for now developing a hard edge and, frankly, for being disliked."
"The sense that nobody wants Arsenal to succeed is something for the players and fans to embrace. Sport teams love a siege mentality. Arsenal are all in on the end justifying the means as they crawl towards the finish line."
"At the moment I have the feeling Arsenal are doing their own rules. I will never be that kind of manager who tries to win in that way."
Arsenal's victory over Chelsea sparked controversy over their set-piece efficiency and time-consuming corner routines. Brighton manager Hurzeler criticized Arsenal for taking longer over corners than any other Premier League side and suggested they operate by different rules. Arteta dismissed these complaints, noting Arsenal previously suffered from a soft reputation for over a decade. The team's development of a harder edge and willingness to win through less expansive means reflects their evolution. Arsenal's siege mentality and focus on results over aesthetics has proven effective, with the team maintaining a seven-point lead. Players like Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi show signs of fatigue from this demanding approach.
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