Arteta Jokes About Arsenal Players' Spat Amid Defensive Challenges

Mikel Arteta downplays on-pitch disagreement with humor, highlighting team spirit as Arsenal prepares for key Liverpool match.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta humorously addressed a disagreement between players Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko, joking they've been living together and 'sharing wives.'
The light-hearted comment came after the duo had an on-pitch spat following Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.
Arteta emphasized the importance of passion and commitment among players, viewing the incident as a positive indicator of team spirit.
Despite the jest, Arsenal faces challenges with preventable goals, particularly from errors by full-backs, as they prepare for a crucial match against Liverpool.
Arsenal's defensive record is under scrutiny, with the team having kept the third-most clean sheets in the Premier League since January 1, 2023, but also making the joint-most errors leading to goals.