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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta still believes his side can reach the Carabao Cup final – but says his players must first master the “tricky” ball used in the competition. The Gunners were beaten 2-0 by Newcastle in Tuesday’s semi-final first leg after goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon. Arsenal had 23 shots during the match but just three were …

Former Super Eagles of Nigeria captain, Mikel Obi has disclosed that he was offered performance-enhancing drugs at Chelsea.   He made this revelation after Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk failed a drugs test on Tuesday this week and was provisionally suspended by the Football Association.   Following the suspension, the Ukraine international released a statement shortly after the news emerged, where …

Watch as Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reflects on their second Premier League defeat in three games and credits Newcastle’s performance in their 1-0 defeat at St James’ park. READ MORE: Isak scores as Arsenal drop points at Newcastle Available to UK users only.

Former Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi has paid tribute to his ex-Chelsea teammate, Claude Makelele, describing him as his greatest mentor. Mikel and Makelele played for Chelsea under Portuguese coach José Mourinho after the Blues managed to sign the Nigerian midfielder. Markelele joined the Blues in 2003 and became known for his exceptional defensive skills, helping to redefine the role …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said his team “cannot continue to play with 10 men” in the wake of William Saliba’s red card at Bournemouth. The France centre-back was sent off in the first half against the Cherries and the Gunners went on to lose 2-0 – their first defeat of the Premier League campaign. He is the third Arsenal …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he still “loves” Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola despite last weekend’s bad-tempered top-of-the-table clash.   The EPL champions needed a John Stones equaliser deep into stoppage time to escape with a 2-2 draw against 10-man Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. Arteta’s side, runners-up to City in the Premier League for the past two seasons, had …