For the last time before the World Cup Arsenal prepare for a Premier League match that could be huge in the momentum of their vastly unexpected title race. When it comes to the importance of being top over the break while national teams are in Qatar, Mikel Arteta was keen to play things down.
"It will be great but our focus is to play better every day," the Spaniard said in his pre-match press conference. "Try to play better tomorrow than we did against Chelsea. If we do that tomorrow our chances of winning will be greater and that’s where the focus is."
Despite his protestations though, this game for Arsenal is massive. After all their hard work so far this season ensuring top spot over the break will be psychologically massive and a result it's crucial for Arteta to get his team selection right.
