Michael Arteta, Arsenal’s coach, expressed pride in his team’s performance after their 2-1 victory over Newcastle in the sixth round of the English Premier League, emphasizing that the win was deserved given the many chances created by the players.

Arteta said, “It was a dramatic match, but we fully deserved the win by the way we played and fought.”

He added that such matches give the team a chance to send a clear message about their ambitions, noting that Arsenal showed strong character against a tough opponent.

The Spanish coach confirmed that the determination, courage, and quality displayed on the pitch reflect the team’s desire to reach the next level. He also stressed the importance of capitalizing on every attacking opportunity, praising goalkeeper Nick Pope’s performance before commenting on the Gioceris penalty, confirming it was correct.