Arteta reiterated: Arsenal has the highest total points in the past three years; the criterion for success is the trophy

Hupu, August 17th, recently, Arsenal head coach Arteta accepted an exclusive interview with the media "Menin Blazers". In the interview, the Spanish coach also talked about his goals and feelings about coaching Arsenal.

The new Premier League season is about to begin, I am excited about how excited you are. I felt like I had a very good summer, which made me feel relaxed and re-adjusted and had time to spend with my family. I feel very honored to be able to work for Arsenal every day.

This is an extremely critical season for Arsenal. When you look back on last season, what do you think is the problem?

It is not easy to win the second place in the Premier League for three consecutive seasons, and it needs to be as perfect as possible in many aspects. I would like to say that we have earned more points than any other team in the past three years (Arteta talked about this in a press conference before the match against Manchester United). But in my opinion, the shortcomings of last season are that we lack a few truly top players, the kind of core figures who can turn bad things on the field, who have been missing for four or five months. And it's not just one person, it's four or five. That's why we missed the championship. But even so, I still feel that we have done a pretty good job, which is a result to be proud of.

What goals did you set for the players when the new season gathered?

It's time for the firepower to be fully opened, we are ready to play football with an excited attitude. The energy, level of commitment and close connection with fans this team requires us to play with happiness. We are a highly competitive team with the goal of winning every game. We will undoubtedly continue to maintain this state while winning with enthusiasm and passion.

We often discuss what we do well in order to make everyone realize this. The players are already full of confidence. But we also know that this will be the most difficult season, as every team is recruiting and the competition is extremely high. But at the same time, this will be the most anticipated season.

Where is the difference with the championship? The key is whether your best player can play in March, April and May. Without this, there is no way to talk about winning the championship. The gap is really, very small. So we have to focus here. Of course, we will continue to improve in every aspect of the competition. But more importantly, how players motivate each other, demand each other, and their desire to win.

About Dzekelish's joining

He would bring completely different threats. I have never rejected such a center, but we have been adjusting according to the characteristics of our current players in the past. And now, we have someone who is almost the best goal in Europe, which is an extremely important ability.

Why are you sure he will succeed?

The most important data is that I had a video call with him for the first time. I told him my thoughts at the time, just to see how he reacted when he heard Arsenal. He widened his eyes and said that this was my dream. This is the answer I want. Because no matter how beautiful the data is, it ultimately depends on whether he can prove himself under pressure and in this league. What I saw in him was a kind of firmness, even a little arrogant confidence - don't worry, I can do it.

So you have never doubted it at all?

Yes, I have no doubts.

Regarding the 15-year-old Daoman, what do you think is his limit?

We don't know where his upper limit is. His performance exceeded everyone's expectations. When he joins training, he can get into it immediately, just like being born as a member of the team. His combination with the ball is very natural. The ability to show such performances against Milan and Newcastle at the age of 15 shows that he does have unique talents. We must respect his age, but at the same time give him room to realize his potential.

How do you balance giving him opportunities and protecting him to grow?

Concern closely with him and his family to understand their thoughts. This is a journey, soccer is not the whole of his life now, we must make the transition as smooth as possible. The speed of the pace depends on how firm he is.

Last season set pieces were your trump card in the first half, but suddenly lost their power. Has the opponent studied it thoroughly?

No. We are designing and trying every link. The key is the player selection, and injuries will also have a certain impact. No matter how good the tactics are, the talent to execute is the most important. Only by arranging the right players in the right scenario can you succeed.

You have a very difficult start to the new season, and you will face Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City and Newcastle in the first six rounds. What do you think of the whole season? Is it going in stages, or is it like playing chess?

training will be held in stages, but the game can only be played one by one. There is always something left behind in the game - whether it is the result or the performance, it needs to be corrected and inspired. This is the most important thing. And our preparation is to be competitive under any opponent or system.

What do you think is the standard for success? Do you have to get a trophy?

We certainly desire trophy, and it is a contest trophy. But success is not just a trophy. In the past three years, we have changed Arsenal, played at a high level, trained many young players, and made players willing to stay in the team and join. These are also successful. But the ultimate goal, undoubtedly, is to win an important trophy.

Some people say you are too obsessed with football. Can you relax during the season?

I can turn my attention to other things, such as family. But football is always in my mind and it won't bother me because it's what I love the most.