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April 16, 2026
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Arteta: Relax, we are in the Champions League semi-finals

Arteta: Relax, we are in the Champions League semi-finals

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s tense run to the Champions League semi-finals shows they have the resilience to handle pressure and chase a long-awaited trophy...

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence in his team's character after they secured a spot in the Champions League semi-finals by holding Sporting Lisbon to a goalless draw, advancing 1-0 on aggregate.

  • Arsenal will face Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals after reaching this stage for the second successive season.
  • Despite facing injuries to key players like Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Jurrien Timber, the team showcased resilience.
  • Arteta highlighted the effort of players like Declan Rice, who played despite feeling unwell, as crucial to the win and emblematic of the team's spirit amidst criticism.

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