Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has defended his side following claims made over the postponement of Sunday's North London derby before they take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semi-final.
The Gunners made a request to the Premier League just days prior to the clash, stating that their initial intentions were for the game to go ahead as planned.
Liverpool make the trip to the Emirates later this evening, with the winner guaranteed a place in next month's Carabao Cup final against Chelsea.
