Arteta Rejects Fatigue Excuse After Arsenal’s Shock Bournemouth Defeat

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta urged his players to move on quickly after a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth at the Emirates. He said the result hurts but insisted it’s time to stand up and respond. Some blamed fatigue and pressure for the defeat, but Arteta called that analysis too simplistic. He praised his side’s good moments and admitted poor defending cost them the game. Arteta apologised to the fans for falling below the club’s standards. Arsenal return to action against Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter-final second leg, holding a one-goal advantage.

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