Arteta Frustrated After Arsenal's Title Questions

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was visibly frustrated after his team's 1-1 draw with Manchester United, leaving them 15 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Arteta's frustration was evident as he walked out of a post-match interview when questioned about Arsenal's fading title hopes, reflecting the pressure on him due to the team's attacking deficiencies. Despite dominating possession, Arsenal struggled to convert their control into goals, a point highlighted by critics like Roy Keane, who questioned Arsenal's mentality and title chances even with a new striker. Additionally, Arteta refused to express a trophy preference between the Premier League and Champions League, focusing instead on Arsenal's Champions League progress, where they are poised to advance past PSV Eindhoven. The controversy surrounding United's goal, attributed to a questionable referee decision on the wall's distance, added to the match's contentious nature. Arteta's response to the outcome underscores the ongoing challenges facing Arsenal in their quest for a league title since 2004.