""We play every two and a half days," Arteta said. "The schedule is very, very demanding. We have some very tough matches, injuries, but the players are so willing. "So winning helps all that. All the sacrifices and commitment that you put in get reflected in results and great performances. That's so satisfying but we know there's still so much to play for."
""It's a great way to end the year, that's for sure. Tomorrow, [we will] have a good night with our families. Then the next day we are in and we have to go to Bournemouth and we know what that means. "It's another three points is the only thing that matters. We know how long this is going to be. It's been an incredible 2025."
Arsenal beat Aston Villa 4-1 with four second-half goals that ended Villa's club-record equalling 11-game winning streak. Gabriel Magalhaes scored on his first start since Nov. 8, Martín Zubimendi doubled the lead, Leandrio Trossard added a third and Gabriel Jesus scored with his first touch after coming on as a substitute. Ollie Watkins scored a late consolation. Arsenal finished the calendar year five points clear of Manchester City, though City have a game in hand. Mikel Arteta praised the players' willingness, noted the demanding schedule and emphasized focus on upcoming matches, starting with Bournemouth.
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