Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expresses frustration as his team fails to capitalize on scoring chances in their goalless match against Everton. Despite dominating the possession, Arsenal was unable to find the back of the net and Arteta labels the result as "very disappointing". Despite the underwhelming performance, the Gunners remain unbeaten in their last seven league matches.
Arsenal's Arteta Expresses Frustration as Team Draws with Everton
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his frustration after his team failed to capitalize on scoring chances and drew 0-0 with Everton in the Premier League on Saturday.
The Gunners dominated possession throughout the match but were unable to find the back of the net. Arteta labeled the result as "very disappointing" and pointed to his team's inability to convert their opportunities.
"We had enough chances to win the game, but we didn't take them," Arteta said. "We need to be more clinical in front of goal and make the most of the chances we create."
Despite the underwhelming performance, Arsenal remains unbeaten in their last seven league matches. They are currently in fifth place in the standings, one point behind Manchester United.
Background
Arteta took over as Arsenal manager in December 2019 following the departure of Unai Emery. He has since led the team to the FA Cup in 2020 and the Community Shield in 2020 and 2022.
However, Arsenal has struggled for consistency in the Premier League under Arteta. They finished eighth in the 2019-20 season and fifth in the 2020-21 season.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
Why did Arsenal draw with Everton? Arsenal failed to capitalize on their scoring chances and were unable to find the back of the net.
What did Mikel Arteta say about the match? Arteta labeled the result as "very disappointing" and said his team needed to be more clinical in front of goal.
What is Arsenal's current league position? Arsenal are in fifth place in the Premier League standings, one point behind Manchester United.
When did Mikel Arteta become manager of Arsenal? Arteta took over as Arsenal manager in December 2019.
What trophies has Arsenal won under Mikel Arteta? Arsenal has won the FA Cup in 2020 and the Community Shield in 2020 and 2022 under Arteta.
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