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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Philip Duncan

Mikel Arteta will not let faltering Arsenal players use tiredness as an excuse

Mikel Arteta oversaw a third Arsenal defeat in four matches (Adam Davy/PA) - (PA Wire)

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal must not use fatigue as an excuse following their defeat against Bournemouth as he challenged his players to rediscover their “enjoyment” of the game.

Arsenal missed a golden opportunity to move 12 points clear of Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City after they produced a dismal display in a 2-1 loss to the Cherries at the Emirates.

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