Mikel Arteta Eyes EFL Cup as Catalyst for Arsenal's Premier League Ambitions

The Arsenal manager emphasizes the importance of silverware ahead of their EFL Cup quarterfinal against Crystal Palace, aiming to build momentum for future success.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta views the EFL Cup as an opportunity to instill belief and momentum in his team as they pursue their first Premier League title since 2004.
The Gunners, currently third in the Premier League standings, face Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup quarterfinal on Wednesday and again in a league match on Saturday.
Arteta has historically rotated his squad in the Carabao Cup but may field a stronger lineup given the importance he places on winning trophies this season.
Declan Rice is expected to be available after a minor injury scare, but defenders Oleksandr Zinchenko and Riccardo Calafiori remain sidelined.
Arteta draws parallels with managers like Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho, who used early-season trophies as platforms for sustained success.