Arteta backs Arsenal to build on 'magical' place in EFL Cup final
Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal will use the "magical" feeling of reaching the League Cup to fuel their Premier League title charge...
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Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal's qualification for the EFL Cup final will serve as crucial motivation for their Premier League title aspirations. Arsenal defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the semi-final second leg, securing a 4-2 aggregate victory, with Kai Havertz scoring the decisive goal.
- Arsenal will face either Manchester City or Newcastle in the final at Wembley on March 22.
- This marks Arsenal's first final appearance in six years and offers a chance to end a trophy drought since the 2020 FA Cup.
- Arteta emphasized that confidence from this win is vital as Arsenal competes on multiple fronts, including leading the Premier League by six points.
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