Mikel Arteta performs the title of the Premier League for surprise “Candidates” before Chelsea conflicts
Arsenal leader Mikel Arteta claimed that he knew that Chelsea would be “candidates” to win the Premier League title just watching the team Enza Maresca in pre -season friendly friends.
Gunners start the conflict on Sunday with their London rivals second, yawning 15 points behind Runaway League Liverpool. Chelsea are six points further. The Blues were second, within one victory of the Merseyside Club, in mid -December before withstanding the rotting start by 2025.
Fort’s colleague from Chelsea Enzo Maresca always emphasized That his side did not have a job in the Premier League race – as his players proved extremely – but the Arsenal chief was unwavering that he had always noticed their potential.
“From the moment I watched them playing in the preseason, understanding that Enzo was acting and the talent they had on the team, they were candidates that they would even win it from the beginning,” Arteta said the assembled media this week.
“They have so much. The moment that everything lies together and find that relationship, energy and consistency, I think they can compete with any team.”
As Artea, Maresca abolished her coaching skills in Manchester City under the supervision of Pep Guardiola. The insistence of the Italian language is scheduled to approach the patient was criticized the unfortunate crowd of Stamford Bridge In recent weeks and months, but Arthta has wanted to praise her opposite number.
“He’s a magnificent coach,” the Spanish boss swallowed. “It is clear to him what he wanted to do, it was very clear what he wanted and how he was doing it. I really like the way his team plays.”
Artet’s admiration for Maresci would no doubt be clear 1-1 drew Chelsea earned Against Arsenal on Stamford Bridge earlier this season. However, the Blues have not beaten their main rivals since August 2021. Arsenal’s current series of six undefeated matches in this fixture is their longest of running from 19 between 1995 and 2005.
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